By Premium Times
The Attorney-General of Lagos State, Lawal Pedro, says the Human Organ and Tissue Transplantation Bill has been signed into law to prohibit illegal organ harvesting.
In a press briefing, Pedro said the signing shows the commitment of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to the welfare, security and prosperity of residents.
The other four new laws are Consumer Protection Law, Lagos Enforcement Training Institute Laws, Victims Assistance, Witness Protection Laws and Fire and Rescue Service Laws.
The Human Organ Harvesting and Tissue Transplantation Law addressed illicit organ trade and unethical medical practices.
Pedro explained that the framework seeks to regulate organ harvesting and transplant in the state and prohibit organ harvesting without proper authorisation as well as ban advertisements for the sale of human organs.
“This legislation protects individuals from exploitation and ensures medical procedures adhere to the highest ethical standards.
“Violators risk up to 10 years imprisonment or a fine of up to N10-million,” Pedro said.
The attorney-general also explained the three other new laws and urged all residents to familiarise themselves with the laws and to actively engage in their enforcement.
