Tinubu Re-Appoints Prof. Abdullahi as CMD Gombe FTH, 5 Others CMD to Strengthen Nigeria’s Healthcare System
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reappointed Prof. Yusuf Mohammed Abdullahi as the Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, following an outstanding performance during his first term.
His reappointment underscores his exceptional leadership and contributions to the hospital’s growth.
This was contained in a press statement signed by Bayo Onanuga.
Special Adviser to the President on
Information & Strategy was made available to newsmen in Abuja on Friday.
The statement said Prof. Olusegun Sylvester Ojo was also appointed as Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Akure, Ondo State.
A seasoned medical professional, Prof. Ojo previously served as the pioneer Chief Medical Director of the Ondo State Specialist Hospital.
The President also appointed Dr. Dauda Abubakar Katagum, the Acting Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Azare, Bauchi State, as the substantive Chief Medical Director.
Others appointed include Dr. Ikrama Hassan as the Chief Medical Director of the newly upgraded Federal Teaching Hospital in Lafiya, Nasarawa State.
Dr. Hassan, a consultant physician, has previously served as the medical director of the Dalhatu Ibrahim Arab Specialist Hospital before its elevation to a teaching hospital.
“Dr. Ali Mohammed Ramat, a renowned consultant orthopaedic and spine surgeon, has been appointed chief medical director of the newly established National Orthopaedic Hospital in Maiduguri, Borno State.
“And Dr Haruna Abubakar Shehu, a Consultant Family Physician, has been appointed Chief Medical Director of the newly established Federal Medical Centre, Kafanchan, Kaduna State.
According to the statement, all appointments are for four years, effective from the respective dates of assumption of office.
President Tinubu congratulated the newly appointed and reappointed Chief Medical Directors, urging them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, accountability, and service delivery in their respective roles.
He also reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and ensuring all Nigerians have access to quality medical services.
