The Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA), through its North-East Zonal Office in Gombe, has intensified efforts to promote radiation safety and regulatory compliance in medical facilities across Gombe State.
The initiative featured a one-day sensitisation workshop organised in collaboration with the Gombe State Ministry of Health at the State Specialist Hospital Conference Hall, Gombe.
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The workshop brought together healthcare professionals, hospital administrators and other stakeholders to strengthen awareness of radiation safety, patient protection and regulatory requirements guiding the use of radiation in medical practices.
Discussions focused on licensing procedures, professional responsibilities and the need to establish a strong radiation safety culture in healthcare facilities.
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Representing the Gombe State Government, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Yambiu Idris Buba, said the state would continue to collaborate with the NNRA to identify medical facilities operating radiation-generating equipment and ensure compliance with established safety standards.
He stressed the importance of regulatory collaboration in safeguarding patients, healthcare workers and the general public from potential radiation hazards.
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The NNRA said it would sustain stakeholder engagement and strengthen regulatory oversight to ensure safe medical radiation practices and compliance with national safety standards.
The authority noted that the initiative forms part of ongoing efforts to protect public health through improved radiation safety awareness and responsible use of radiation technologies in healthcare delivery.