The Lagos State Government has signed the Human Organ and Tissue Transplantation Bills into law.
Lawal Pedro, the state’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, indicated during a briefing at the Ministry of Justice in Alausa, Ikeja, the state capital, that the organ transplant law was designed to prevent unlawful organ harvesting in the state.
Pedro said: “These laws are more than just legislative achievements; they represent our strong commitment to ensuring that Lagos remains a model of progress, justice, and opportunity in Nigeria.
“Our government’s focus has always been on meeting the immediate needs of our citizens, protecting their rights, and ensuring their safety, health, and prosperity.”
He also promised that unethical medical practices and the illegal organ trade will be addressed under the Human Organ Harvesting and Tissue Transplantation Law.
“This law aims to protect individuals from exploitation and ensures that medical procedures follow the highest ethical standards.
“Violators could face up to 10 years in prison or a fine of up to N10 million.”
