National Hospital Abuja

30/10/2026

MEDICAID CANCER FOUNDATION VISITS NATIONAL HOSPITAL, DONATES ₦15 MILLION TO SUPPORT CANCER PATIENTS

The Medicaid Cancer Foundation has paid a courtesy visit to the National Hospital, Abuja, reaffirming its commitment to supporting cancer care and strengthening its partnership with the institution.

Speaking on behalf of the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Muhammad Raji Mahmud, the Chairman of the Chief Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC), Dr. Isiaku Lawal, appreciated the Foundation for its continued support to the Hospital. He reiterated the Hospital’s commitment to putting patients first and expressed optimism about sustained collaboration with the Foundation towards improving cancer care and patient welfare.

Earlier, the Foundation’s delegation, led by Dr. Hadiza Arome, who represented its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, expressed appreciation to the Hospital for its continued cooperation. Dr. Arome said the visit was aimed at strengthening the existing relationship between both organisations, supporting cancer patients and contributing to improved access to care. She reaffirmed the Foundation’s commitment to sustaining the partnership and providing assistance to patients in need.

As part of the visit, the Medicaid Cancer Foundation presented *₦15 million in financial support* towards the care of cancer patients at the Hospital.

The delegation also visited the Female Surgical Ward, Male Surgical Ward and Oncology Department, where it interacted with patients, raised awareness about cancer care and distributed patient care packages as part of its humanitarian outreach.

A major highlight of the ward visits was the engagement by Mr. Farooq Oreagba, the Foundation’s ambassador and a cancer survivor since 2014. Drawing from his personal experience, he encouraged patients to remain hopeful, courageous and positive throughout their treatment journey, assuring them that a cancer diagnosis should not mean giving up on life.

The outreach was also supported by notable personalities and entertainers, including Odumodu Black, Boyskido, Mansura Isa, Umar M. Sheriff, Ladidi Tubless Abdullahi and Siddiqa Jubril, who joined the Foundation in showing solidarity with patients and promoting cancer awareness.

The visit underscored the importance of strategic partnerships, patient-centred support and collective efforts in improving cancer care and giving hope to those affected by the disease.

27/10/2026

Your health is an investment, not an expense. Prioritise your well-being today for a healthier tomorrow.

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15/10/2026

Leading Healthcare Excellence: NHA Nursing Team Ranked Nation's Finest

National Hospital, Abuja, holds a two-day Nursing Capacity-Building Managers’ Workshop aimed at strengthening leadership, digital transformation, staff engagement and quality improvement in nursing practice.

Organised by the Department of Nursing Services, the workshop brought together nursing managers and other stakeholders to enhance their skills and promote effective leadership in healthcare delivery.

Speaking at the event, the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Mohammed Raji Mahmud, commended the nursing workforce for their unwavering dedication and commitment to patient care. He observed that service delivery within the hospital has witnessed noticeable progress under his administration, resulting in a significant reduction in patient and public complaints compared to previous years.
Prof. Mahmud highlighted the institution’s pride in its personnel, noting that nurses who have trained and served at the National Hospital, Abuja, consistently excel and represent the hospital with distinction wherever they go. Emphasizing the critical role of continuous professional development, he underscored the necessity of strengthening internal training programs to maintain high clinical standards.
While congratulating the organizers and participants on a successful workshop, the CMD expressed confidence that the knowledge gained would be effectively translated into daily practice to further enhance the quality of patient care across all units.

The Director of Nursing Services, FCT, Mrs. Ijeoma Jimi-Bada, commended the nursing team for its significant contribution to healthcare delivery. She noted that nurses at the National Hospital have made a remarkable impact within the Nigerian healthcare system and described them as among the leading nursing professionals in the country.

The ongoing workshop also featured discussions on workforce engagement. The Deputy Chief Medical Director (DCMAC), Dr. U.N. Shagaya, representing the CMAC, Dr. Lawal Ishaq, stressed the importance of maintaining an engaged workforce, noting that motivated nurses are more likely to remain committed to their roles and contribute positively to patient outcomes. She summarized the message with the statement, “Engaged nurses stay, engaged nurses save lives.”

Dr. Bello Surajudeen appreciated the nurses for their commitment to the hospital and the quality of care provided to patients.

In addition, the Head of Nursing Services, Mrs. Rose P. Yayok, delivered a presentation on Leadership and Quality Improvement, where she emphasised the importance of fairness, effective leadership and continuous improvement in managing nursing teams.
On digital transformation in healthcare.

The Facility Head, National Hospital Abuja Project, App Global Tech Ltd., Mr. Abdullahi Abdulhakeem, highlighted the growing role of technology in improving patient care. He explained that an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system should not be viewed merely as an Information Technology platform but as a clinical tool that supports nurses, who are major contributors to patient documentation.

He noted that EMR systems should facilitate patient identification, assessment, intervention, monitoring, communication and discharge. He further outlined the responsibilities of ward managers in digital leadership, including promoting proper documentation, identifying workflow challenges, maintaining confidentiality and providing guidance and support to staff.
Speaking on EMR and patient safety, Mr. Abdulhakeem stated that digital records can reduce ambiguity, improve access to relevant information and facilitate timely escalation of care. He emphasised that the ultimate objective of digitalisation is not simply to have smarter technology, but to achieve “smarter care.”

26/09/2026

26/09/2026

💊 National Hospital Abuja Celebrates World Pharmacists Day 2026

26/09/2026

💊✨️ Behind every safe dose is a pharmacist who cares!
Celebrating the knowledge,dedication,and compassion of pharmacists everywhere.

Happy World Pharmacists Day from National Hospital,Abuja.

26/09/2026

PHARMACY DEPARTMENT NHA MARKS WORLD PHARMACIST DAY.
The Association of Hospital and Administrative Pharmacists of Nigeria (AHAPN), National Hospital Abuja Chapter, joined the global community in commemorating World Pharmacists Day on Friday, 25th September 2026, under the theme “Empowering Pharmacists for Healthier Futures.”
The week-long commemoration featured a series of activities, including an educational seminar held at the Trauma Centre Auditorium on Tuesday, 22nd September, and a health walk across the hospital premises on Friday.
The activities were coordinated by the Head of Pharmacy, Mrs. Adesola Clara, alongside members of the Pharmacy Department, highlighting the profession’s vital contribution to safe and effective healthcare delivery.
Representing the Medical Advisory Committee, Dr. Bello Surajudeen commended the pharmacy team for its dedication and significant contribution to patient care. He noted the marked reduction in Out-of-Stock (OS) reports over the past year, attributing the improvement to the department’s diligence and commitment.
Dr. Bello also acknowledged the pharmacists’ important role in patient education, particularly their efforts to ensure that prescriptions and medication instructions are clearly understood. He urged the team to sustain high standards of medication safety, regulatory compliance and responsible drug administration.
The commemoration also witnessed the presence of key hospital management representatives, including the Deputy Director of Planning and Research, Mr. Tony Osuji, and the Director of Finance and Accounts, Alhaji Shehu Aliyu, whose participation underscored management’s support for the Pharmacy Department and its contribution to quality healthcare delivery.

26/09/2026

NIGERIAN SPINE SOCIETY HOLDS 6TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE AT NATIONAL HOSPITAL ABUJA
The Nigerian Spine Society (NSS) has held its 6th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference at the National Hospital Abuja, bringing together specialists and stakeholders to advance discourse on innovation, research and leadership in spine care.
The conference, themed “Advancing Spine Care through Driving Innovations, Bridging Research and Cultivating Leadership,” provided a platform for knowledge exchange, professional collaboration and the exploration of strategies to strengthen specialised spine services in Nigeria.
In his welcome address, the President of the NSS, Dr. Misbau Haruna Ahmed, highlighted his administration’s commitment to strengthening the Society, expanding professional training and subspecialty development, while promoting research and locally relevant solutions to challenges in spine care.
Representing the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, Dr. Olarewaju Olatunji commended the Society for its contributions to the advancement of spine care, stressing the importance of innovation, research and multidisciplinary collaboration in improving specialised healthcare delivery and patient safety.
Similarly, the Chief of Staff to the Minister of State for Health, Dr. Abdullahi Isa, who represented Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, congratulated the Society and applauded its sustained commitment to research, professional development and capacity building.
Delivering the keynote address on behalf of the Chief Medical Director, National Hospital Abuja, Prof. Muhammad Raji Mahmud, Prof. Nasiru Jinjiri Ismail emphasised that the future of spine care depends not only on surgical advancement, but also on collective leadership, collaboration and continuous professional development.
The Chief Medical Director, represented by the Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC), Dr. Isiaka Lawal, congratulated the NSS on its 6th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference and reaffirmed the hospital management’s commitment to supporting the Society and its activities.
In a goodwill message delivered on behalf of the President of the West African College of Surgeons, Prof. Ibrahim Yakasai, Saidu Yakubu commended the Society’s contributions to surgical advancement and encouraged senior specialists to mentor young residents and nurture the next generation of spine-care professionals.

24/09/2026

NATIONAL HOSPITAL ABUJA MARKS WORLD MALNUTRITION AWARENESS WEEK 2026

The National Hospital Abuja has joined the global community in commemorating World Malnutrition Awareness Week 2026, organised by the West African Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (WASPEN) in collaboration with the National Hospital Abuja Nutrition Steering Committee and the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Held under the theme, “Nutrition Care is a Team Effort,” the three-day programme, which ran from Monday, September 21 to Wednesday, September 23, 2026, featured an awareness rally, health walk, public sensitisation and baseline nutritional screening across the hospital premises.

The activities were aimed at raising awareness about malnutrition, promoting early identification and appropriate management, and highlighting the importance of clinical nutrition in patient care and recovery.

The programme concluded on Wednesday, September 23, with a sensitisation programme and symposium at the Trauma Centre Auditorium. Representing the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Muhammad Raji Mahmud, the Chief Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC) representative, Dr. Uchechukwu Shagaya, commended the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics for organising the programme. He encouraged healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition screening into routine patient care as part of comprehensive healthcare delivery.

The Head of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics and Chairman of the programme, Mrs. Adaeze Okorie, reaffirmed the department’s commitment to promoting quality nutrition care within the hospital.

Speakers at the symposium, including Mr. John Ogundiran, Clinical Dietitian; Nurse Oluwaseyi O.D. from the Dialysis Unit; (Pharm) Bamiche Boko; and Dr. Maureen Uno, Consultant Paediatrician and Gastroenterologist, highlighted the importance of early identification, proper management and multidisciplinary collaboration in addressing malnutrition.

The programme brought together clinical dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, doctors, administrative officers, medical personnel and representatives of WASPEN, reinforcing the message that effective nutrition care is a collective responsibility requiring collaboration across healthcare disciplines.

The National Hospital Abuja remains committed to promoting patient-centred care and strengthening multidisciplinary approaches to improve health outcomes.