President Tinubu Appoints Six Chief Medical Directors for Federal Hospitals

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In a significant move aimed at enhancing the quality of healthcare services in Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the appointment of six Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) for federal government-owned hospitals across the nation. The newly appointed CMDs will oversee hospitals located in Akure, Gombe, Azare, Lafiya, Maiduguri, and Kafanchan.

The list of appointees includes:

• Prof. Olusegun Sylvester Ojo- Appointed as the Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Akure, Ondo State. Prof. Ojo is a distinguished medical professional with a track record as the pioneer CMD of the Ondo State Specialist Hospital.
• Prof. Yusuf Mohammed Abdullahi- Reappointed as the Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, in recognition of his exceptional leadership during his first term. His reappointment reflects the hospital’s growth under his guidance.
• Dr. Dauda Abubakar Katagum- Confirmed as the substantive CMD of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Azare, Bauchi State, after serving as the Acting CMD.
• Dr. Ikrama Hassan – Appointed as the Chief Medical Director of the newly upgraded Federal Teaching Hospital in Lafiya, Nasarawa State. Dr. Hassan, a consultant physician, previously served as the Medical Director of the Dalhatu Ibrahim Arab Specialist Hospital before its elevation.
• Dr. Ali Mohammed Ramat- A renowned Consultant Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon, Dr. Ramat has been appointed as the Chief Medical Director of the newly established National Orthopedic Hospital in Maiduguri, Borno State.
• Dr. Haruna Abubakar Shehu – Appointed as the Chief Medical Director of the newly established Federal Medical Centre, Kafanchan, Kaduna State. Dr. Shehu is a Consultant Family Physician with a commitment to advancing community health.

All appointments are effective for four years, marking a pivotal step towards improving Nigeria’s healthcare infrastructure. Prof. Yusuf Mohammed Abdullahi’s term as CMD of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, commenced on September 5, 2024, while Dr. Dauda Abubakar Katagum officially took office on December 6, 2024.

In his congratulatory message to the new and reappointed CMDs, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of professionalism, accountability, and exceptional service delivery. He reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to enhancing healthcare infrastructure, striving to ensure that quality medical services are accessible to all Nigerians.

This strategic appointment is seen as a crucial part of President Tinubu’s broader vision to revolutionize the healthcare sector in Nigeria.

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