Ibom International Hospital: Eno Promises World-Class Healthcare Facility for Akwa Ibom

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has expressed confidence that the ongoing Ibom International Hospital project in Uyo will be completed as a world-class medical facility capable of providing advanced healthcare services to residents of the state, Nigeria and beyond.
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Governor Eno stated this during an unscheduled inspection of the project site, less than two months after the foundation stone was laid. He inspected the ongoing construction works and assessed the pace and quality of work at the facility.

The Governor commended the Commissioner for Health, project coordinator, contractors, doctors, consultants and other professionals involved in the project, describing their commitment as evidence of his administration’s determination to provide a high-quality healthcare facility for the people.

He expressed optimism that the hospital, when completed, would rank among the best medical facilities in Nigeria and Africa.
“I believe we will deliver for Akwa Ibom people, a world-class medical facility, not just for Akwa Ibom, but within the region,” Eno said.

The Governor described the project as part of his administration’s continued investment in the health sector, stressing that the wellbeing of citizens remained a major priority of his development agenda.
According to him, investments in roads, infrastructure and other public facilities would have little meaning if residents were not healthy enough to enjoy them.

Governor Eno also highlighted the cancer treatment component of the hospital, noting that the lack of access to early diagnostic services often leads to late detection of cancer, making treatment more difficult and increasing the risk of fatalities.

He said the new facility would enable residents to undergo regular medical examinations and benefit from early diagnosis, thereby increasing the chances of successful treatment and extending lives.

The Governor further urged residents to embrace health insurance, warning that specialised treatments and surgical procedures could impose significant financial burdens on families paying medical bills entirely out of pocket.
“Having insurance policy is the only way a lot of us would benefit from it because there are treatments you may want to access here but may not be able to pay the bills,” he said.

Eno encouraged residents to voluntarily enrol in available health insurance schemes rather than wait until participation becomes compulsory, noting that affordable options were already available.

He maintained that the administration’s investments in healthcare were aimed at addressing current medical needs while building a stronger and more sustainable health system for future generations.
Speaking on the project, the Commissioner for Health, Dr Ekem John, said the medical community was actively involved in the conception, planning and development of the facility.

He disclosed that the state government consulted 25 health-sector unions and their leadership, while medical specialists from local and international institutions contributed to the design and planning process.

According to him, about 40 consultants across various medical specialties assessed the healthcare needs of Akwa Ibom State and helped determine the facilities and services required at the hospital.

He added that experts from Germany and the United States, alongside consultants from the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, National Hospital, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital and Lagos University Teaching Hospital, participated in the process.

The project team said construction was progressing simultaneously across the three major wings of the hospital, with different teams working day and night to accelerate completion.

The Consultant and Coordinator of the project, Dr Teinye Isokariari, disclosed that Governor Eno had set June 2027 as the target for completion, but said the team was working to deliver the project ahead of schedule.

The Structural Engineer, Mohammed Bita, explained that the three wings were being constructed as independent projects to speed up the work and ensure timely delivery.

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When completed, the Ibom International Hospital is expected to expand access to specialised healthcare services in Akwa Ibom, improve early diagnosis and treatment, and reduce the need for residents to travel outside the state for certain medical procedures.

Earlier in the day, Governor Eno also inspected the Command and Control Centre, the AKWA-GIS building and the new Governor’s Office Annex along Dominic Utuk Avenue in Uyo.
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NAF Hospital Ikeja Secure Full Accreditation for Optometry Service and Internship Training

The 661 Nigerian Air Force Hospital, Ikeja, has earned Full Accreditation for Optometry Services and Internship Training following a comprehensive accreditation exercise conducted by the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN).
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The exercise, led by the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, Dr Obinna Edwin Awiaka, assessed the hospital’s optometric services, facilities, clinical standards and capacity to provide quality internship training in accordance with established professional and regulatory requirements.

The accreditation team was warmly received by the Commander, 661 NAF Hospital, Air Commodore AS Oyenusi, the Officer Commanding the Eye Clinic, Flight Lieutenant CP Pedro, and other members of the hospital management. Following a thorough evaluation, the hospital was granted Full Accreditation, valid for four years.

The achievement underscores the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to quality healthcare delivery, professional excellence and the development of competent healthcare professionals through effective supervision, structured training and appropriate clinical exposure.

The accreditation further demonstrates the NAF’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare workforce and advancing quality patient care, in line with the vision and strategic priorities of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, while supporting the objectives of the Renewed Hope Health Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

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The achievement places 661 NAF Hospital, Ikeja, alongside other reputable healthcare institutions meeting established professional standards for optometry services and internship training, reinforcing its position as a trusted centre for quality healthcare, professional development and service excellence.
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Ibom Medical City, PHCs: Nurses Honour Governor Eno for Healthcare Milestones

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has received accolades from the Body of Heads of Nursing Services Department and Principals of Schools in Federal Health Institutions (BOHNAPFHI) and the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) for his administration’s reforms and investments in the state’s health sector.
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The awards were presented to the Governor on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, during a stakeholders’ engagement on ARISE 2.0, the state’s economic development plan, and a review of projects scheduled for commissioning in September 2026 at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Uyo.

BOHNAPFHI honoured Governor Eno for his “exemplary leadership, visionary contributions and unwavering commitment to the development of healthcare services and infrastructure through the ARISE Agenda.”

NANNM, on its part, conferred on him the Nurse-Friendly Governor Award, recognising what it described as his “outstanding leadership, exceptional commitment and deliberate investment in strengthening the nursing and midwifery workforce.”

Speaking during the engagement, the Team Lead and Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, Ndaji Alhassan, said the delegation visited Akwa Ibom to appreciate Governor Eno’s contributions to healthcare development in the state.

Alhassan, who was accompanied by the National Chairman of BOHNAPFHI, Dr. (Mrs.) Jenny Akpan, commended the Ibom Medical City project, model primary healthcare centres and other health infrastructure initiatives undertaken by the administration.

He described the projects as commendable and deserving of recognition.

Similarly, the National President of NANNM, represented by the National Financial Secretary, Comrade Dr. Ojong Ofut Ogar, praised Governor Eno for what he described as “giant strides” in the health sector.

He also thanked the Governor for creating an enabling environment for NANNM to hold its 2026 conference in Akwa Ibom.

The State Chairman of NANNM, Comrade Nsikan Udoh, said nurses in Akwa Ibom had “never had it so good,” citing the administration’s transformation of healthcare infrastructure and improvements in the welfare and working conditions of health workers.

Udoh assured Governor Eno of the association’s continued support for his administration and the ARISE Agenda.

Responding, Governor Eno expressed appreciation to the two organisations for the honours and for selecting Akwa Ibom as the venue for the 2026 NANNM conference.
He dedicated the awards to the people of Akwa Ibom State and others who had contributed to the development of the state’s health sector.

The Governor said his administration’s healthcare transformation agenda extended beyond infrastructure to human capital development, noting that the state had employed young graduates while also engaging retired nurses to tap into their experience and expertise.

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He emphasised that a healthy population was critical to the success of any government and assured that his administration would sustain its investments in healthcare.
Governor Eno also commended the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ekem John, for his dedication and contributions to the development of the sector.

The delegation included the Chief Medical Director of the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH), Professor Emem Abasi Bassey; Deputy Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee (DCMAC), UUTH, Professor Eyo Ekpe; and other officials.
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