Anambra directs mortuary operators to register, renew licences

Anambra State authorities have mandated that all mortuary owners and operators within the state must register their facilities or renew existing licenses by June 5, 2026. This measure is a component of the administration's ongoing healthcare reform initiatives.

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All concerned operators are given up to June 5, 2026, to complete their registration and renewal processes.

The directive, issued by the Ministry of Health and signed by the Director of Medical Services, Dr. Chukwulobelu Ugochukwu, aims to update the state's database of mortuary services. This updated information will facilitate better monitoring, regulation, and adherence to public health standards, particularly concerning the handling of corpses and the potential spread of infectious diseases.

Governor Chukwuma Soludo's administration views this exercise as crucial for sanitizing the health sector and enhancing regulatory oversight. Hospitals offering mortuary services are required to register these units separately, irrespective of their general hospital registration status. The Ministry of Health stressed that unregistered facilities or those with expired licenses must complete the necessary procedures promptly.

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The Ministry of Health is presently updating its database of all registered mortuary facilities across the State to ensure effective monitoring, regulation and compliance with the Public Health Law.

Enforcement and inspection activities will commence after the June 5 deadline. The government has warned that any facilities found operating illegally or failing to comply with the new regulations will face appropriate sanctions as stipulated by law. This initiative underscores the state's commitment to ensuring public health and safety across all healthcare-related services.

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full enforcement and inspection exercises shall commence across the State, and appropriate sanctions shall be applied against defaulters and illegally operating facilities in accordance with the law.