Health workers call for improved standards at Ekiti teaching hospital
Health workers at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido Ekiti, have congratulated the newly appointed Chief Medical Director, Prof. Kolawole Ogundipe, following his appointment by President Bola Tinubu. The Joint Health Sector Unions, led by Oje Oladeji and John Akinola, expressed confidence in Ogundipe’s leadership and urged him to focus on elevating healthcare quality at the facility. They highlighted his experience and commitment to excellence, hoping his tenure would inspire positive changes. The union also extended congratulations to Ogundipe’s family and supporters.
What we know
- Prof. Kolawole Ogundipe was appointed as the Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido Ekiti, by President Bola Tinubu.
- The Joint Health Sector Unions at the hospital expressed confidence in Ogundipe’s ability to improve healthcare standards.
- Union leaders Oje Oladeji and John Akinola urged the new CMD to make the hospital a leading destination for quality healthcare.
- The immediate past CMD, Prof. Adekunle Ajayi, left office in December 2025 after completing two terms.
- Olagoke Erinmope served as acting CMD until the appointment of a substantive chief medical director.
