AN EXPLORATORY STUDY ON THE IMPACT OF ARMED SECURITY ON HOSPITAL SUSTAINABILITY

Authors: Bolarinwa Ogundeji*, Olawale Desmond Olafisoye, Ayobami Peter Ogundeji, Taiwo Olomiye & Olaide Afolabi

ABSTRACT

Hospitals have faced a number of insecurity challenges in Nigeria in recent times. Although attacks on medical personnel and destruction of hospital property have existed for some time, they have become somewhat more common; it has reached a whole new level. These have created an unpredictable situation that leads to loss of life, property damage, and injury, causing serious damage to the quality of health care in hospitals. This study is a historical survey focusing on the sustainability of hospital security challenges in Nigeria through the use of armed security. Scholarly research highlights the importance of comprehensive security strategies that address insecurity challenges in the hospital but has failed to employ armed security as part of the security measures. The study also identified key factors/areas that hospitals should consider when considering improving their approach to safety and security.

Keywords: Hospital, Attack, Healthcare provider, Armed Security, Sustainability

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