Tensions rose at the Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Aro, in Abeokuta, Ogun State, after an altercation during a routine ward round led to disciplinary action against two individuals.
The hospital’s Head of Clinical Services, Dr. Olayinka Majekodunmi, received a formal warning, while a student nurse, Seyi Ogunjobi, was suspended.
Dr. Paul Agboola, the Medical Director and Provost, addressed journalists on Saturday. He confirmed that the internal probe found “no evidence of physical assault,” but admitted the doctor used offensive language.
“Dr. Majekodunmi admitted that, out of annoyance, he used the words, ‘You’re stupid, you’re a bastard,’” Agboola said. “He, however, denied ever hitting the student nurse.”
Twelve witnesses backed Majekodunmi’s denial of physical contact.
Probe Panel Uncovers Gaps in Student’s Story
The altercation took place during a ward round on June 30, 2025.
According to the hospital, Ogunjobi had taken a chair but refused to offer it to the team lead. That led to the outburst. The student later accused the doctor of hitting him with the chair.
The hospital convened a panel led by Agboola. Other members included Mrs. Florence Oladeji (Head of Administration), Dr. Sunday Amosu (Research and Training), Dr. Taiwo Omirin (Principal, School of Psychiatric Nursing), Mr. Olorunisola (Vice Principal), and Dr. Nurudeen Ibrahim (Head of Servicom).
Agboola said Ogunjobi’s only witness—a staff nurse—“could not confirm whether physical contact occurred.” The panel, therefore, found his claim “unsubstantiated.”
Ogunjobi has been suspended. Majekodunmi received a written warning and remains in his role.
“We remain committed to fairness and accountability,” Agboola said. “No one is above scrutiny, and we expect everyone, regardless of status, to conduct themselves in a professional manner.”
Nurses Protest Suspension, Threaten Strike
The matter didn’t end quietly.
The hospital chapter of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives staged a peaceful protest. Their chairman, Narcissus Oluwalegan, demanded a reversal of the student’s suspension.
He warned that “nurses could withdraw their services if the issue was not addressed within 24 hours.”
Agboola responded firmly.
He said the panel “followed due process, reviewed all available evidence, and arrived at a decision that balanced disciplinary expectations with the available facts.”
The hospital has not said if Ogunjobi’s suspension will be reviewed. However, Agboola noted that appeals are part of the hospital’s procedures.
Ogunjobi’s father reportedly reached out to Agboola, thanking the hospital and asking for leniency.
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