Nurses Accuse Doctors Of Destroying Medical Profession

The President, National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Adrafiu Adeniji, has accused medical doctors of destroying healthcare services in Nigeria. Adeniji, stated this yesterday at
the 7th Quadrennial NationalDelegates Conference of NANNM in Abuja, said that medical doctors at the helm of affairs of healthcare services in the country have
medicalised it and therefore stunted
the growth of healthcare in the county.

“The profession of medicine has
continued to destroy healthcare
services in Nigeria and the government is looking. We blame the leaders for they have managed it very poorly. If you know you cannot manage it anymore, allow a nurse, lab scientists or pharmacists to become the minister of health in this county,” he said.

In his remarks, the Registrar, Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), Alhaji Faruk Abubakar said as part of measures to address quackery, the board of the council has approved the creation
of nine additional zonal offices in
Adamawa, Maiduguri, Calabar, Benin, Kano, Makurdi, Akure, Ibadan and Owerri.

He said strategies are already put
in place to ensure immediate take off
of all the zonal offices.The president, Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Ayuba Wabba lamented that people are now turning healthcare into profit making ventures.

Why I left banking for bricklaying — Muibi

Kehinde Muibi, 28, is the founder of a construction company, Destiny Crest Limited. He tells TOLUWALOPE KAREEM how he started working as a bricklayer, his entrepreneurship journey and his vision for the real estate industry

What are your educational qualifications?

I have a National Diploma in Mathematics and Statistics. I also have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, and a Master’s degree in Project Management. I have also taken online courses in Project Management Science. Having degrees in different fields makes me fulfilled.

What motivated you to start a construction company, considering the intricacies of the real estate business in Nigeria?

I was motivated by the passion I had for it. After my secondary school education, I realised I had a passion for bricklaying and site construction. So, I went to a man who wanted to build a shopping complex at the time and told him I would work on the project and all he had to do was feed me. However, we agreed on a daily pay of N200. We went on to complete the project in five months. Although it was not the best construction job, it was a stepping stone and a wonderful experience for me.

From there, I moved to a company that sold building materials and I spent six months there since higher institutions were on strike at the time. During that period, I had conversations with engineers, developers, builders and other professionals in the industry. My relationship with them and the lessons I got from our conversations stirred my interest in starting a construction company. I started the construction business four years ago but my company was incorporated in 2018.

What were some of the factors that shaped you into who you are?

I lost my father shortly after I got admitted into the higher institution. I then became the breadwinner of the family. I became a construction worker because things got so tough in the family and we could hardly feed. By doing menial jobs, I was able to fund my education in the polytechnic. While in school, week days were for studying, while at weekends, I worked as a bricklayer and mathematics tutor.

After I got my National Diploma, I worked with a bank on contract basis. After working with the bank for a year, I wrote an examination and transitioned to a full-time employee. I spent six years at the bank but it wasn’t my dream, so I started developing a business plan for my construction company right from there.

How were you able to secure your first contract?

The first contract I got was through a friend. The job was to design a building plan. When I delivered the job, it was beyond the expectations of the client. Because of how good the job was, the client offered me the complete building project to manage. In a short time, the building was also ready. The client was very impressed with the work and he actually gave me additional payment. It was an eye-opener for me. I was amazed that I could make so much money so easily. That then resuscitated my interest in the construction industry.

How were you able to convince big brands to become your clients?


I believe that results don’t lie. After working on the Sugarland Estate project in 2018, my confidence and creativity improved. Since then, I have worked on several other exceptional projects. We are particular about what we deliver to our clients. Even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, renowned companies in Abuja have offered us jobs, choosing us over older construction companies.

How have you been able to raise funds, which is required to run a successful construction company?

I believe in possibilities and that belief system has made me the entrepreneur I am today. I have maintained good relationships with my clients, and in return, they have connected me to so many investors and financial institutions. We don’t underestimate any project or client, irrespective of how insignificant it appears. We always take on contracts with the mindset of delivering excellent results. Despite the continuous increase in the prices of building materials, we always deliver. That often affects our project margin but integrity and trust are more important to us than profit.

What is the biggest risk you have ever taken in the course of running your business?


I believe everyone would, at one point or the other, have to take their fair share of risks that could either make or break them. For me, starting a company was a risk on its own. Every project also comes with risks because they have to be completed despite whatever challenges we may encounter. In some instances, I had to complete some projects with my money.

How do you keep abreast of global trends in design?

New designs emerge daily and to catch up with the trends, I visit different blogs and international platforms. However, the location of a building mostly determines the design one would employ, rather than global trends.

What sets your company apart from the competition?

We are not a regular construction company. We take the welfare of our employees very importantly. That was why I devised a ‘work-shift’ method for our engineers and other workers. They are humans, and no matter how strong they may claim to be, they should not be treated like machines.

We plan to take the construction industry to another level by creating a foundation for our workers. The foundation would cater to their needs and that of their families— provide them with food when they are working, and protect the interest of their families (through insurance) against accidents that may occur on the job.

What is your staff strength?


The business has provided employment opportunities for engineers and construction workers. Right now, we have eight engineers, four administrative staff and over 200 site workers in our employ.

What do you do for fun?


I like going to the beach alone. I also read books and watch comedy skits because they relax me. I am a fan of Pastor Sam Adeyemi and motivational speakers such as Fela Durotoye and the late Ubong King.

Have you ever engaged in any philanthropic act?


Presently, there are nine students on fully-funded academic scholarships, which I bankroll, and I have pledged to train them to the university level.

What were the criteria used to choose the beneficiaries of the scholarships?

I look out for struggling families and help them to carry the educational burden of their children. I have gone through hard times, so it is easy for me to identify with people that need help. I also pay house rent for people who cannot afford it.

How does your academic background help in the business you do now?

I still apply the things I learnt in school, as well as my banking experience. I apply relevant ideas to my business and that is one of the things that have been helping me.

What advice do you have for youths as regards entrepreneurship?

Be ready to face the mountains before you; be on the lookout for new things; and let challenges move you to success, rather than deter you.

Samfloxin:
The last two are confusing

DonTobyM:
Can't figure out the 71 year old among 'em

trueking:
Between the one on the far left and the far right, who gave birth to who?

sunshineV:
so which of them is 91 and 15

dukeprince50:
The man should just save 3months salary and start a business in Lagos, in 10years he may even beat his wife's salary

DamnnNiggarr:
Damn Niggarr!

The hubby must be a real Niggarr,

But as for me, the woman should quit and relocate to p. H for peace to reign.

15m/12 = 1.25m
That's manageable
The wife should quit.

LivingSage:
Can Proceeds from being a Gigolo be that much? Yahoo boy Don Yahoo our brothers from the East
Even if he does(though it's audio), a whole leader of biafra donating Stipend #300m? Biafra must be a poor republic

GuestLog:
I doubt local okute dog will eat this rubbish.

This soup estimated cost should be N430 total.

Okra N100
Carcass N200
Whatever that diabolical black thing is N130
Maggi - free
Oil - None!
Salt already available!

Please block her completely let her rethink her life

miketayo:
Ur information lacks content, where was she last seen? Which state, area, town or street

Addey22:


It would have been nice if they stated area of residence. This is quite not informative enough

Openbusiness:

Missing in which State or location? This info might help people in that location be on the lookout. I pray she is found safely.

ifykris22:
10k ?? What will that do for 1 person in this country not to talk of an entire household...

This country some household are up to 20 and you call that what??
US dey give Dem citizens $1000k you no even say give household $100 sef Metweewww

Kolisky:
Shebi we are complaining about this present generation....... Incoming ones would be worster

Omoodua007:

Looooool Be consoling yourself

Omoodua007:



Yoruba men are beast in bed why do you think all your women are dumping you like leprosy and running after Yoruba men

Kennyswagzz:
i am talking of igbos..

Omoodua007:



LWKMD or the ones that sell how to be a millionaire and dem Dey inside bus

Chimookigwe:


You won't be the first to deny your ancestry here, not surprised.

You aren't Igbo, you are from the rejected tribe of Israel. Biafra last week, Jew yesterday, Nigerian when they are sharing Tradermoni.

Yorubas got 2 positions out of the top 4 positions in this administration and one nonentity who can't trace his lineage is here talking nonsense. Keep seeing betrayal when your elders are drinking kerosene in the village.

My friend, get lost.

sexiestharam:

Aren't there also so many unmarried men because of their poverty or little prick? Give women a break!

sexiestharam:

Really, who also wants to marry a broke man? Hope you can afford her? Also hope you are also very big down. Because women don't ask you guys these questions. Which woman also want to marry a man with a little prick?

sexiestharam:

Why are you men so obsessed with who a woman has slept with? How is it your business? Did she bleep you? If she didn't, shut up!!!