The predicament of mid-level private providers in Nigeria
The involvement of private actors in health care provision has been pivotal, particularly mid-level private providers, who will be the focus of this article. Because of their accessibility, affordability, and capacity to provide secondary care, midlevel providers have been lifesavers in the healthcare system. However, several factors within and outside the healthcare industry stifle their activities and growth, resulting in poor decision-making, poor quality of service, and inadequate patient care.