Healthcare facilities should be centers of healing — yet for many Nigerians, they pose hidden threats. Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), as the World Health Organization reports, impact approximately 15 out of every 100 patients hospitalized in low- and middle-income countries — a group that includes Nigeria. Even more concerning, WHO notes that up to 70% of these infections are preventable with proper infection prevention and control measures (WHO Fact Sheet on Infection Prevention and Control ↗).
This stark reality underscores a critical question: How do we reduce HAIs and raise hygiene standards in Nigerian hospitals?
Hospital Infections in Nigeria: An Urgent Concern
Hospital infections impose multiple burdens:
- Patient Safety: Extended recovery time and higher mortality rates.
- Financial Strain: Increased costs for both families and healthcare facilities.
- Systemic Pressure: Overcrowded and under-resourced hospitals bearing increased loads.
But this is not inevitable — with the right interventions, we can dramatically cut HAI rates.
Why Infections Continue to Spread
Several challenges fuel HAI prevalence in Nigeria:
- Poor or inconsistent disinfection protocols
- Use of substandard, diluted cleaning agents
- Insufficiently trained hygiene staff
- Dependence on imports, which causes supply issues and higher costs
How Morison is Making a Difference
Morison Industries Plc is committed to enabling safer healthcare through:
- Locally manufactured disinfectants:
Products like Hospitane Disinfectant, Moricet Antiseptic, Methylated Spirit, and Bymo Liquid Detergent meet international standards while remaining affordable and accessible within Nigeria. - Contract manufacturing solutions:
Hospitals and health organizations can tailor hygiene solutions to their specific needs, backed by Morison’s quality assurance. - Training and education programs:
Morison provides resources to help staff implement best practices in infection control. - Community hygiene outreach:
Through CSR initiatives—including school and clinic hygiene campaigns—Morison helps elevate public awareness and healthcare standards.
See Hygiene in Action: Morison at the Market
Get inspired by our lighter side—like the humorous tale in our article “Drama at the Market: When Moricet Was Mistaken for Perfume”, which highlights consumer trust-building around hygiene products. Check it out here.
A Collective Path Forward
The WHO’s data makes one thing clear: Infections can be prevented. To realize this potential, stakeholders must:
- Standardize hospital hygiene protocols.
- Ensure uninterrupted access to effective disinfectants.
- Train and equip personnel adequately.
- Encourage collaboration between public and private sectors.
Morison stands ready to be your partner in this mission—delivering solutions and support that make healthcare safer for every Nigerian.