THE COMMISSIONING OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES TEACHING HOSPITAL ILA-ORANGUN

The Federal University of Health Sciences Teaching Hospital Ila-Orangun was officially commissioned on Friday the 12th of December 2025, marking a historic milestone for healthcare delivery in the region.

Distinguished Guests

Professor Musulideen Kola Owonikoko, the Chief Medical Director of the hospital, and his teams witnessed the commissioning ceremony. The event was graced by several distinguished personalities including:

• Dr Morufu Olatunji Alausa, Minister of Education (who performed the commissioning)
• Representative of Muhammed Ali Pate, Minister of Health
• Chief Bisi Akande, the initiator of the hospital and former Governor
• Aminu Bello Masari, Tetfund Chairman
• Professor Lasisi Akeem, Vice Chancellor of FUHSI
• Dr Temitope Ilori, Director General of NACA

The Commissioning Tour

The Minister of Education began the commissioning from the hospital entrance, proceeding through various critical facilities including:

• The Oxygen Cylinder facility
• Male and Female Wards
• General Outpatient Department (GOPD)
• Accident and Emergency Unit
• The Pharmacy

Memorable Conclusion

The commissioning came to a memorable end with group photographs of the minister and his entourage alongside the hospital staff and teams, marking the beginning of a new era in healthcare excellence for the community.