Published on March 25, 2026
The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) has raised alarm over the federal government’s recent formation of the Task Force on Clinical Governance and Patient Safety. According to the PSN, the composition of this task force is heavily skewed, lacking the necessary equity and balance to adequately represent the diverse interests and expertise required for effective clinical governance.
The PSN’s concerns were articulated during a press conference where they highlighted that the task force appears to be dominated a single professional group, there critical input and perspectives of pharmacists. The society views this imbalance as detrimental to patient safety and the overall healthcare system.
In its statement, the PSN emphasized that pharmacists play a crucial role in clinical governance and patient safety. They are involved in medication management, patient education, and enhancing health outcomes. The society argued that excluding pharmacists from significant discussions and decision-making processes undermines the collaborative approach necessary for advancing healthcare standards.
The PSN is calling for a more inclusive and representative task force that encompasses a wide range of healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, nurses, and other allied health workers. They believe that a balanced representation will foster a more comprehensive approach to tackling clinical governance issues and improving patient safety across the healthcare sector.
In response to the protests, officials from the federal government have yet to make a statement addressing the concerns raised . As the controversy unfolds, the PSN has pledged to continue advocating for equity and inclusion in health policy discussions, stressing the importance of collaboration among various healthcare professionals to enhance patient care outcomes.
The ongoing debate highlights the critical need for a multidisciplinary approach in addressing clinical governance and patient safety, ensuring that all voices in the healthcare community are heard and valued. The PSN remains hopeful that the government will reconsider the composition of the task force to include a wider representation of healthcare workers dedicated to the common goal of improving patient safety and quality of care in Nigeria.