The recent appointment of Dr. Babajide Salako as the Board Chairperson of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) has stirred mixed reactions and controversy within the Medical Laboratory Science Community and beyond.
Dr. Salako, a physician, has been thrust into the spotlight as his appointment appears to contravene the established laws governing the MLSCN.
According to the MLSCN Act of 2003, the Chairperson of the MLSCN Board is required to be a qualified Fellow of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria, with at least five years of post-qualification experience. Furthermore, the appointment process mandates that the Chairperson be selected from a list of Fellows submitted by the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria.
However, Dr. Salako’s background as a physician does not align with these criteria, raising concerns about the legality and appropriateness of his appointment.
The announcement of Dr. Salako’s appointment has sparked a wave of criticism, particularly on social media platforms where individuals have voiced their displeasure and called for a reevaluation of the decision.
Medical Laboratory Scientists argue that appointing someone who does not meet the specified qualifications undermines the integrity and professionalism of the MLSCN.
The controversy has reignited discussions about the importance of adhering to established guidelines and regulations in the appointment of key positions within regulatory bodies. Critics argue that such appointments should prioritize meritocracy and expertise to ensure effective governance and decision-making.
Read some reactions below:
Obeying the rule of law is something our dear president @officialABAT promised. Why is the MLSCN Act 2003 not obeyed in appointing the Board chairman? Please if this is a mistake it should corrected immediately. The Chairman must be a fellow of @MedLabNigeria#ObeyMLSCNAct https://t.co/qpUi6MrgWk
— Chibueze J. Obigeorge🔬🌄 (@Hon_MedLabSct) February 15, 2024
#ObeyMLSCNAct
This is a great insult to MLS Profession. A medical doctor can't be MLSCN Board chairperson. This negates the act establishing MLSCN. @aonanuga1956 @PBATMediaCentre @officialABAT @muhammadpate @Fmohnigeria https://t.co/kCnkoEXAD0— Oloye of Ekiti (@Bamilosin) February 15, 2024
Determination to bring world class standards??
Why is the board chairperson for MLSCN a Medical Doctor??? #ObeyMLSCNAct @officialABAT @MedLabNigeria @AMLSNNational @YmlsfNigeria https://t.co/tnVjp2WT0B
— Sct_Lizzy (@HachikaruL) February 15, 2024
#ObeyMLSCNAct
Appointming a Non Medical Laboraory Scientist as MLSCN Board chairperson is a taboo which negates the act establishing MLSCN. @aonanuga1956 @PBATMediaCentre @officialABAT @muhammadpate @Fmohnigeria @AbimbolaOnaolu https://t.co/EOmy2CsVKg pic.twitter.com/XBWVNuiTwK— Gideon Farotimi Pharho (@GideonPharho) February 15, 2024
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