The assessment visit to Ayetoro Health Centre was led by Dr. Fidelis Ojeblenu, Head of Clinical Services representing the Medical Director, Prof Adewale Musa- Olomu.

The visit was to assess the level of work done at the site and to put finishing touches to allocation of space to different categories of departments in the health centre.

On ground to welcome the Federal Medical Centre delegation was one of the contractors working on the site, Arc. Akindele.

Dr. Abdullahi who headed the team from CMPC introduced the delegation from FMCAl to the community delegation.

The renovation of the health centre which started last year is nearing completion.

It has male and female wards, theatre, immunization unit, pharmacy, records, administrative unit, emergency, doctors call room, nurses breaks room and staff quarters. It also has a security post and a generator house.

Dr. Fidelis Ojeblenu while inspecting the centre was pleased with the level of work and gave kudos to the committee in charge of the centre.

The head of Nursing Services department Mrs. R.A Ashimi , Deputy Director works, Mrs. Adeyemi were also part of the delegation who made inputs on where adjustments should be made to make the centre more habitable.

On security, the host community representative, Arc. Akindele said, efforts had been put in place for adequate security of staff and patients when it finally kicks off.

He noted that more accommodation would be provided when necessary.

Other members of the Hospital management committee who were represented are Head of Administration, Mr. A.O Vaughan who was represented by Mr. Moruf Oyewole, and Head of procurement Mr. Paul Olutunde represented by Dolapo. The Head of Public Relations & Information was represented by Mrs Gbemi Olatunji.

Similarly, representatives
from O&G, Opthalmology, Anesthesia, Dental and security were part of the delegation.

A Senior Nursing Officer, Mrs Rasheedat Adebola Yusuf of the Neonatal Unit (NNU) has been honored with a Certificate of Completion having successfully completed Certification Program of Nursing and Nutrition (CPNN) which was organized by the Institute of John Hopkins Nursing (IJHN) and supported by the Nestle Nutrition Institute (NNI).

The CPNN Program was an exclusive educational initiative which was designed to engage nursing professionals in paediatric practice, with the reform on nutritional concepts applicable to infants and toddlers and provides valuable awareness on the nursing care of new-born infants.

This exclusive program was done virtually in modules outside working hour and was a step down training which involved passing down to other colleagues the knowledge acquired during the training at the completion of every module under the supervision of the organizers.

The Medical Director Professor Adewale Musa Olomu appreciated the participant for representing the centre in a good manner , urging her not to rest on her oars.

The Head of the department, Mrs R.A Ashimi appreciated the Medical Director for always being a source of encouragement to the entire nurses in the Centre.

She pledged the continuous support of her department towards the realization of the Medical Director’s lofty vision for the Centre.

The Medical Director, Professor Adewale Musa-Olomu has received in audience a team representing the Interns and Corps members in the Centre who came to appreciate and congratulate him on his re-appointment as the Medical Director.

The Leader of the Intern team , Mr Josiah Linus, appreciated the Medical Director for granting them the audience and extending gratitude to the management for giving them the opportunity to serve.

In the same vein, a team representing the corps Members serving in the centre also applauded the Medical Director for his giant strides in transforming the Centre to meet the international standard

Responding, the Medical Director appreciated the gesture of the two teams and admonished them to continue to grow until they get to the peak of their chosen career.

The Intern team presented a beautiful plaque to the Medical Director in appreciation for a job well done while the corps members presented a picture frame as a token of love for his” fatherly role.”

The Medical Director received the gift with thanks and promised not to relent in his efforts to bring the hospital to a world-class standard whereby the upcoming generations will continue to benefit maximally.

Good success , they say, attracts accolades. This goes for the Medical Director, Professor Adewale Musa Olomu who has continued to receive Congratulatory messages from various groups and individuals over his re-appointment for another four years.

The latest includes those from National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives ( NANNM) Radio, Television, Theatre and Art Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) ,National Council of Muslim Youth Organisation (NACOMYO) Ogun State branch and former Ogun State Head of Service, Engr Isiaka Olanrewaju Bisiriyu.

Others are Ibukunoluwa Investment Limited and Senior Staff Association of Universities ,Teaching Hospitals Research Institutes And Associated Institutions (SSAUTHRAI).

Comrade Adewale Bamgbose ,the state chairman of RATTAWU in his letter appreciated the Medical Director’s “kindness,loyalty and love to the growth and development of the personnel and well-being of the host community in terms of health management to the people of the state “

He stated further that the Union have no doubt that Prof. Musa Olomu will move the Centre to the “high and enviable position with speedy accomplishments of the proposed University of Medicine and Medical Sciences”

In his message,the NACOMYO State Coordinator, Dr. Soliudeen Amolegbe described the Medical Director’s re-appointment as a “reward of meritorious achievements in his chosen field “

Similarly Engr Isiaka Olanrewaju Bisiriyu,former Head of Service in Ogun State said the re-appointment of Prof.Musa Olomu for the second term in office was a clear recognition of his “Outstanding qualifications and exceptional track record In the first tenure. It is a well deserved appointment” ,

In the same vein , Mrs R.A Abolurin,the Managing Director of Ibukun Oluwa Investment Limited wished the Medical Director “a successful tenure in office “and prayed for continued divine direction and guidance “

Similarly, SSAUTHRAI prayed that the second term of the Medical Director will be a “blessing to staff and patients of the Centre as a whole”

They prayed God to guide and make the tenure a successful one .

In her message, Head of Nursing Services department, Mrs R.A Ashimi on behalf of the entire nurses described the Medical Director as a “Mentor, Visionary leader, Pathfinder , Resourceful.and Pacesetter

“We are set for more landmark achievement, Long live the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta”.the statement added.

The Chairman of the Ogun State Nigeria Labour Congress ( NLC) Comrade Emmanuel Bankole has described the re-appointment of the Medical Director of Federal Medical Centre Idi-Aba Abeokuta, Prof Adewale Musa-Olomu as a *divine arrangement.

The Chairman made the remarks when he led a team of labour leaders including the new Chairman of Trade Union Congress (TUC) Comrade Akeem Lasisi on a Congratulatory visit to the Medical Director.

Speaking at the occasion, Comrade Bankole enjoined the Medical Director to forget about the past turbulence and focus on the job ahead of him.

He said the Centre and indeed the State is blessed to have Prof Adewale Musa-Olomu at the helm of affairs in the Centre.

” We have been opportune to traverse the length and breadth of this Country and the truth remains that this MD is a fantastic leader.

” His vision for the establishment of University of Medicine and Medical Sciences is laudable. He has been able to move a lot of Nigerians out of joblessness unto bread winners.”

Responding, the Medical Director, Prof Musa-Olomu expressed gratitude to God Almighty who made the re-appointment possible and also for keeping him alive all through the difficult times.

He profusely thanked the NLC and TUC Chairmen for their unflinching supports all through the difficult times.

In his remarks, the Head of Clinical Services, Dr Fidelis Ojeblenu appreciated the Ogun organized labour for its contributions towards the peaceful coexistence in the Centre.

The occasion had in attendance the Director of Administration, Mr A.O Vaughan and Head of Public Relations and Information department, Mr Segun Orisajo .

Others include Chairman MHWUN Comrade Olatunde Olatokun, Comrade Mrs Bankole among others.

The Medical Director, Federal Medical Centre Abeokuta Professor Adewale Musa Olomu has reiterated his promise for the provision of a befitting Nursing Building Complex which will accommodate offices, seminar and break rooms among others.

He made the disclosure in his goodwill message at the maiden edition of Nurses study day which was held at cardio-renal seminar room of the centre .

The purpose of the programme is to re- educate and update all cadres in batches on the practical aspect of the profession in line with the 21st century nursing practice.

While speaking at the programme, the Head of Nursing Department Mrs R.A Ashimi said nurses are the heartbeat of the hospital, adding that education, research, team work and mentoring are essential tools which cannot be over emphasized, hence the reason for the training.

Some of the concerns of the participants was the institutional policy of the centre which placed certain restrictions on their operations.

Rapping up the event, the Medical Director, emphasized the strength of team work in the health sector saying health individuals are unique in their different professions and none can do without the other.

He also encouraged them to continue in that light as well as to involve other heath professionals in their training.

The training was attended by two management staff in persons of the Head of Clinical Services, Dr. Fidelis Ojeblenu and Head of Public Relations department, Mr. Segun Orisajo

The Chairman of House of Representatives Committee on Health, Dr.Pascal Obi has said that his Committee was working will relevant government ministries and departments towards improved health workers’ welfare, most especially the issue of increasing their hazard allowance among other sundry issues.

The Chairman made the disclosure when he led members of his Committee on oversight functions to the Federal Medical Centre Idi-Aba Abeokuta.

Dr. Obi who regretted the incessant crisis in the health sector remarked that on the issue of hazard allowance, “we are handling it centrally in Abuja because it concerns every other health institutions in Nigeria especially the ones owned by federal government

” We are already talking with them at the national level. We have had more than enough of these strikes and it is not doing these institutions any good. It is just like an ailment that doesn’t do anybody any good”

The Chairman however sued for compromise on the part of the government and various unions in the health sector in the overall interest of the patients.

His words, “Both the people on strike and the people that they are supposed to serve are suffering . So why don’t we at least apply some compromises, the government will compromise a bit, the striking workers will also compromise so that we can find a way around these problems and get them solved so that the system will not collapse”

Dr. Obi expressed satisfaction with the pragmatic leadership of the Medical Director, Prof Adewale Musa-Olomu, whom he described as ” doing his best to the Glory of God in the total transformation of this hospital”His words " We were here last year and we are here again and to the glory of God, I can say that we are very much satisfied with the pace at which the Medical Director of this health institution is working in cooperation with his workers and management staff to ensure that government projects are being implemented to the glory of God and to the satisfaction especially, the good people of Ogun State whom these projects are meant to serve.

“He has taken us round, we saw a lot of equipment and to my greatest surprise, I saw about 4 bunkers meant for installation of linear accelerator for cancer radio therapy”

The Chairman thanked President Muhammadu Buhari for “responding to the request and recommendations we made after last year’s oversight activities because we met most of these hospitals in a very sorry state but the approval of the President made it possible for us to have greater allocations especially capital votes to these institutions.”

Dr. Obi therefore called on the managers of “these funds in the various health institutions to be very prudent because if prudence is not applied, the end result will not be achieved and it will not be in the interest of the nation.”

Earlier in his welcome speech, the Medical Director Prof Musa-Olomu applauded the Committee for its seriousness at revamping the health sector through funds appropriation

The Medical Director assured that most of the projects to which funds had been appropriated will be completed in a couple of weeks.

He pledged his commitment and determination to continue the pursuit of the overall development of the Centre .

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The importance of grassroots development to the wellbeing of a nation cannot be over emphasized hence the need for provision of quality and accessible healthcare to the residents of grassroot communities.
The Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu while playing host to chiefs and delegates from Joga orile and Ikenne communities, two of the recipient communities of FMC grassroot healthcare development initiative, promised not to relent in his effort of taking quality healthcare facilities to the grassroot communities within the state.
Aremo Adebiyi Ayankanmi who spoke on behalf of the delegates from Joga Orile expressed his joy on the second term reappointment of the MD, stating that it is the will of God. He prayed for a successful second term and greater appointments for the MD. He also presented a congratulatory letter to the MD on behalf of Oba Alanis Olanrewaju Adekeye (The Abepa of Joga land), the ruler of Joga Orile.
Speaking on behalf of the Ikenne community, Dr. Abdulsalam Abdulrasheed, the Consultant in charge of the community healthcare in Ikenne, appreciated the MD for the marvelous works in the Ikenne community and prayed for a successful second term for the MD.
In his response, the MD urged members of the public to always reach out to influential members of their community for assistance whenever the need arises citing that the telemedicine complex facilicitated by Senator Lanre Tejuoso among others. While reiterating his promise of quality heath care delivery, Prof. Musa-Olomu said the establishment of grassroot healthcare development will provide job opportunities and reduce unemployment to the bearest minimum. He thank God, pledged to do more and perform better in his second term.

…. Promises new Finance & Audit + Nursing Building Complexes

Barely a week after he returned to his seat, the Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu has hit the ground running with an inspection of the on-going projects in the Centre.

Accompanied by members of the Hospital Management Committee (HMC), the project sites visited include the Molecular Laboratory, the 19- bedded Intensive Care unit, Isolation building and Maternity building Complex.

Others were the Medical Director’s office, House Officers and Resident Doctors buildings.

Speaking at the end of the exercise, the Medical Director was optimistic that most of the projects will be completed according to schedule.

He announced that arrangements will be put in place for the construction of Finance and Audit building along with the Nursing Building Complexes.

History again repeated itself this morning as the recently reappointed Medical Director of Federal Medical Centre Idi-Aba Abeokuta Prof Adewale Musa-Olomu was treated to a rousing and triumphal entry into the Centre.

Just like his first Medical Director’s Forum in 2017, when jubilant staff were almost falling on each other to have an handshake with their new Medical Director , the second coming , this time around had the trappings of a carnival.

The security agents had a tough and hectic time controlling the surging crowd who thronged the open roof car to catch a glimpse of the Medical Director whom many had missed and saw last on 1st June, 2021 when he stepped aside after a successful completion of first term in office.

Speaking at the capacity filled Telemedicine Hall, venue of the grand reception, the highly elated Medical Director said he had pushed the events of the past behind him in the overall interest of the development of the Centre.

He said he bears no grudge with anyone and sued for the collective support of all and sundry for his new administration.

The Medical Director pedged his determination to fast track the development in the Centre beginning with the assurance of the completion of the new Medical Director’s office in the next six months.

He profusely thanked President Muhammadu Buhari,and the Ministers of Health, Dr.Ehanire Osagie and most importantly, Dr. (Senator) Olorunnimbe Mamora, Minister of State for Health for his steadfastness in the “face of heat and pressure”

Speaking on behalf of the Hospital Management Committee , Head of Clinical Services Dr. Fidelis Ojeblenu pledged the unflinching support of the entire members of management to the new administration.

In their speeches, the Chairmen of JOHESU Comrade Olatokun and NANMN,.Comrade Ajoke Bello assured the Medical Director of their unions’ preparedness to support the Medical Director in his vision to holistically transform the Centre in all aspects of its mandate.

The colorful event witnessed Ewi rendition, Corpers Special March Parade and Musicals.

President Muhammadu Buhari has reappointed Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu as the
Medical Director of Federal Medical Centre Idi-Aba Abeokuta for another term of four years.

This was sequel to recommendation made to the Presidency by the Hon. Minister of State for Health, Dr.Olorunnimbe Mamora.

A statement by the Head of Public Relations, Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta , Segun Orisajo said the Medical Director was this morning presented with his letter of appointment by Dr. Mamora at a brief ceremony held in Abuja.

Speaking at the event, the Minister congratulated Prof.Musa-Olomu and charged him to redouble his efforts towards the provision of qualitative health care services in the Centre.


Responding, a highly elated Medical Director thanked President Muhammadu Buhari, the Hon. Ministers of Health for the confidence reposed in him

He pledged his determination to fast track the holistic development of the hospital.

The first term of the Medical Director recorded monumental landmarks including the acquisition of 170 hectares of land for the proposed University of Medicine and Medical Sciences.

The Senate had passed the bill seeking for the establishment of the university . The bill is presently awaiting the concurrence passage by the House of Representatives before the President’s final assent.

In addition, a number of novel surgeries were successfully carried out under the watch of the Internationally acclaimed thyroid surgeon.

For instance, the Cardiothorasic surgeons who were recently employed by Prof.Musa-Olomu successfully carried out impairment surgery, insertion of permanent peace maker and PDA litigation among others.

On their part, the Neuro surgeons, also employed by the Medical Director successfully removed no fewer than 200 brain tumors while the General Surgery Laparoscopic surgeons also did pin-hole surgery among several others.

The Medical Director’s first term administration similarly procured latest equipment for virtually all the clinical departments but most significantly, the
Radiology department, that was equipped with machines such as 64 slides CT,
Mammography,
Fluoroscopy, and
Digital X Ray among several others.

A similar gesture was extended to the Laboratory and Eye Clinic departments that were stocked with latest laboratory and eye equipment.

All the six departments, including the latest Radiology department presented for accreditation during the first term of Prof. Musa- Olomu were successfully accredited.

The administration of the Medical Director equally laid the foundation and successfully completed the following projects:

President Muhammadu Buhari International Conference Centre and Telemedicine hall

Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo Pharmacy Building complex

Gymnasium & new Physiotherapy building complex

Prof.Musa- Olomu during his first term in office embarked on the construction of
an International Radiotherapy Centre.The construction work is on going.

Other achievements include the construction of 180 bedded ward being endowed to the Centre.The project is nearing roofing stage.

Establishment of a Police Post as a proactive measure to ensure security of lives and property within the hospital premises.

Establishment of Oxygen plant in the centre that presently produces 120 cylinders on a weekly basis

Similarly, the administration of Prof Musa-Olomu introduced Electronic Medical Record ( *EMR) which* replaced the archaic record keeping manually . He also implemented Internal Communication System ( ICS) for ease of communication within the Centre.

The hospital came first in the servicom presidency ranking of FMCs in the country during the first term of Prof Musa-Olomu.

To his credit, the Professor of thyroidectomy has won several be awards including
The United Nations Peace award in recognition of his transparent and result oriented administration.

The erudite academic Surgeon , Prof. musa- Olomu has written over 130 scholarly researched papers and widely published in reputable international journals.

The Senate has unanimously approved the bill seeking for the establishment of University of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Abeokuta.

The bill was today presented for the third reading and was unanimously passed without dissenting voices.

It will be recalled that a public hearing on the bill was made in March this year.

With the latest development, the bill had successfully passed it’s major hurdle as it awaits a concurrence by the House of Representatives which is a mere formality.

The establishment of the university was the vision of the former Medical Director, Prof Adewale Musa-Olomu who had been vigorous and relentless in the actualization of the objective.

A 170 hectares of land was donated by Senator Ibikunle Amosun as the permanent site for the proposed university.

The Senate has unanimously approved the bill seeking for the establishment of University of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Abeokuta.

The bill was today presented for the third reading and was unanimously passed without dissenting voices.

It will be recalled that a public hearing on the bill was made in March this year.

With the latest development, the bill had successfully passed it’s major hurdle as it awaits a concurrence by the House of Representatives which is a mere formality.

The establishment of the university was the vision of the former Medical Director, Prof Adewale Musa-Olomu who had been vigorous and relentless in the actualization of the objective.

A 170 hectares of land was donated by Senator Ibikunle Amosun as the permanent site for the proposed university.

Another feather has been added to the cap of laurels of the Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu as he was appointed the International Peace Advocate

Similarly, the goal getter Medical Director was decorated with honorary Doctorate of Ethics award

The colourful event that drew creme de la creme of the society was held at the Nigerian Merit Award House, Abuja.

Speaking at the event , UN country president, His Excellency, Amb Sir Mike Jukwe said the Medical Director was carefully selected for the awards in recognition of his ” proven integrity and commitment to promotion of universal peace and moral values.“

Responding, the Medical Director appreciated the organizers for the honour, describing it as a call to do more

“I feel extremely honoured with this award. I dedicate it to the entire board of hospital management and the entire staff of FMC Abeokuta for the support I’ve been enjoying from them all since I assumed the leadership position at the Centre

” I want to assure them that the best is yet to come in terms of provision of equipment and essential facilities.

” God being on our side , the future is bright for this Centre”the Medical Director stated.

Efforts aimed at reducing breast cancer among the womenfolk have received a boost as Dr Mrs Olufunso Amosun and Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta teamed up to check the spread of the disease.

The event was the Breast Cancer Screening and Lumpectomy sponsored by the Uplift Development Foundation established by Mrs Amosun in partnership with FMC, Abeokuta.

In her speech at the event, Mrs Amosun called for concerted efforts to fight cancer because ” it has become a deadly disease spreading fast and robbing us of our loved ones.

” We cannot afford to be complacent because hundreds of thousands of people die from various types of cancer in the world yearly and this gives great cause for concern “

She disclosed that her husband, Senator Ibikunle Amosun has made funds available for lumpectomy of Ogun State patients diagnosed during the screening exercise.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Medical Director FMC Abeokuta Prof. Adewale Musa- Olomu described breast cancer as one of the highest killers of women in the world.

He therefore counseled women to present early at certified medical institutions if they noticed any abnormalities in their breasts.

The Medical Director said cancer is preventable and curable only if it is detected early through screening and prompt medical intervention.

The well attended event featured lectures and self breast examination.

The House of Representatives Committee on Health Institutions has commended the Management of Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta on prudent utilization of scarce resources towards the repositioning of the institution.

The Chairman of the Committee Hon. Pascal Obi gave the commendation when he led a team of his committee to the Centre on House oversight functions..

Answering reporters’ question at the end of a rigorous inspection of some projects at the Centre, the Chairman praised the ingenuity of the Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa- Olomu and his team in the turn around of FMC Abeokuta.

” On arrival here this afternoon, we met a knowledgeable Prof, in person of the MD who conducted us round to the sites of projects he inherited and those his administration embarked upon and completed.

” We were informed that the Centre was moribund when he took over and that he has used his ingenuity to bring the place fertilized “the Chairman remarked.

Stressing further, Hon. Obi who was led to the sites of the recently procured state of the art equipment including CT machine, Digital X-Ray machine Opthalmology and Laboratory equipment could not hide his delight with what he met on ground.

His words ” We saw a number of equipment , in fact a myriad of them and we were so much impressed that there was a consensus opinion that the MD and his team have done so well that the Medical Director be allowed to take a bow while we proceed to a mini executive session.”

The Chairman, in response to the request made by the Medical Director promised to come to the aid of the Centre in the area of increased budgetary allocations.

He said, ” The Medical Director brought to our attention some challenges that are similar to sister institutions and we are going to find holistic solutions to them from the national assembly.

Earlier in his welcome address, Prof. Musa-Olomu had solicited increased budgetary allocations to the Centre .

” I must not fail to add that we still don’t have enough to cope with the medical demands of our people.

“There are a number of abandoned projects dated back to 2010 , notable among them was the Maternity complex which has not been completed and almost led to the lost of accreditation.”

In spite of the challenges, the Medical Director said his administration has recorded some outstanding achievements which included recording the first impalement chest injury in the Centre while over 200 brain tumour surgeries have been recorded through the expertise of the Neuro surgeons his adminstration recently employed.

Besides, the Medical Director said the Centre under his leadership *came first* in the Servicom Presidency evaluation of services in Federal Medical Centres in the Country.

NEWS RELEASE

The authorities of Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta have acquired two brand new dialysis machines specifically dedicated to the management of covid -19 patients whose cases may require dialysis.

The institution’s Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu today broke this cheery news at the weekly meeting of the hospital Management with Heads of Clinical Departments

The two machines were procured at a cost of Twenty Million Naira (₦20M)

Prof. Musa-Olomu said the two machines were procured in response to the challenges of covid -19 patients whose cases required dialysis but had to be referred to other hospitals .

“ Being a proactive administration ,we were always touched by the pains and rigours our covid-19 patients always go through in accessing dialysis services whenever the need arose .

“We felt we need to do something urgently to address the ugly trend and which informed the procurement of the two machines’

The Medical Director observed that in the whole of South West , FMC Abeokuta will be the first institution to acquire dialysis machines that are solely dedicated to covid-19 and other viral related diseases.

He said the hospital was also making efforts to procure a PCR machine for covid-19 testing.
The Medical Director was optimistic that when procured, the machine will put an end to the persistent delay being faced by the Centre in the release of PCR results from the State owned laboratory.

Segun Orisajo
Head, Public Relations & Information

The attention of the Management of Federal Medical Centre Idi-Aba Abeokuta, has been drawn to a news story published on the Centre Spread of Sunday Punch edition of 28^th June, 2020 and it’s online healthwise where one Mr. Babajide Olayemi wrongly accused the Centre of mismanagement of  his daughter, Mrs. Josephine Odufowora.

For clarity purposes and in order to set the records straight,  the Management of the Centre hereby states as follows:

Mrs. Odufowora Josephine, 26 years old pregnant lady was referred to our Centre on the 13^th of June, 2020 at 10:10pm with  complaint of abdominal pain and  anterior neck swelling.  She had  features of a hyper functioning thyroid.

The patient had a history of anterior neck swelling in the preceeding 2 years with medications meant to suppress the hyper-functioning thyroid.  However, drug use had not been regular and she  did not receive pre-conception care and baseline thyroid profiling prior to this her  pregnancy.

When she presented with the complaints, she was promptly attended to by a multi-disciplinary medical team as expected of a tertiary hospital like ours.

After her review, she was educated as regards the diagnosis, management plan, prognosis and complications that may arise in the context of her complaints and the background medical condition.

It is pertinent to state that while receiving care in hospital on the 16^th of June, 2020, she and her family took responsibility to discharge her against medical advice despite being fully aware of the possible implications as she was adequately counselled

It should also be noted that her condition was stabilizing on medications while awaiting further investigations.  Then she left the hospital in a relatively stable condition.

We empathise with the family for the loss and pray that God will repose her soul and grant the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.

It is however, necessary to state  that thyroid disease in pregnancy carries a far-reaching

implication both on the mother and the unborn child.  It is therefore important that preconception, antenatal and close post delivery care and follow-up be done by the appropriate specialists and these should be the minimum to be done to prevent the possible complications that could arise; miscarriage, poor fetal growth, stillborn, congenital defects, failure to thrive of the born child, thyroid disease in the child among many others.  

High grade fever, rising heartbeat, hypertension, heart failure, diabetes mellitus, liver failure and sudden cardiac death may complicate the condition  in the mother.

These and many more are some of the manifestations of thyroid disease in general but worse in pregnancy more so, in twin pregnancy.

All these complications are well known and established, hence she was managed by a multi disciplinary medical  team  who chose a conservative approach.

It is likely that patient died from one of the complications mentioned above at the private hospital where she subsequently went.

It is unfortunate that  she discharged herself against Medical advice for reasons best known to the family.

Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta as a hospital of repute is ever  ready to take on patients’ care at all times  with professionalism and high  ethical consideration.

Signed

Management.

The Medical Director, Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Prof. Adewale Musa –Olomu has for the umpteenth time dispelled rumors being peddled about by some faceless individuals about the safety of the Centre in the wake of the record of Covid-19 cases in the Centre, insisting that there was practically nothing to worry about.
The Medical Director at a meeting with the representatives of the Unions in the Centre today re-assured them of their personal safety and protection.
He also had the same message for the users of the Centre whom he said had nothing to be afraid of as the Management was fully alive to its responsibility.
His words “ Permit me to seize this opportunity to once again allay the fears that our people out there including some members of staff may have about the unfolding developments. To that I say that there was practically nothing to worry about.
“ We have for the umpteenth time said it loud and clear that this Centre is fully prepared for this thing and will not unnecessarily expose our staff to danger. We ensure that all staff adhered to the basic precautionary measures in the discharge of their responsibilities”
The Medical Director cited the receipt of a consignment of some Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Friday as part of the determined efforts of his administration to ensure the safety of the staff while on duty .
He disclosed that the Centre has been assured of another consignment next week
Prof. Musa-Olomu urged members of the public to disregard information being peddled about by some individuals aimed at creating panic , fear and anxiety in their minds.
He urged the sick and those in need of the Centre’s services to approach the Centre whenever the need arises.

The Management of Federal Medical Centre, Idi Aba, Abeokuta has taken delivery of a consignment of some Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) from the Nigeria Centre for Diseases Control (NCDC).

The donation of the PPE was made possible by the unrelenting efforts of the Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu who had being on the neck of NCDC for sometime.

The items received by the Centre include PPEs, face masks, gloves among others.

Receiving the items, the Medical Director appreciated the NCDC for its quick response to the hospital’s request assuring that the items received will be judiciously utilized.

“This will not be the first time we shall be receiving this kind of assistance from the NCDC

” I wish to commend the NCDC for always honouring our request on the supply of PPEs and other intervention

“I have always maintained that the current administration in the Centre is after the welfare of the entire members of staff, that we shall not deny them their dues and will always watch over their backs in and out of duty”

The Medical Director said he hoped that the latest arrival of the PPEs will put an end to unfounded information being spread around by some individuals as to whether the Centre has PPEs.

He thanked the staff for their understanding and perseverance urging them not to deter nor be wearied in the discharge of their responsibilities.

The Management of Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta has debunked the news making the rounds that Nurses at the Centre are wearing polythene bags to treat purported Covid- 19 patients.

An on-line medium, Politics Nigeria had in it’s Monday edition made a spurious, malicious and unfounded assertion that Nurses in the Centre were wearing polythene bags to treat suspected Covid -19 patients.

To set the records straight, our internal Investigation revealed a group of nurses who were involved in transferring some patients in the ward.

What they were wearing were disposable aprons which come in different colors nowadays.

They are usually worn before the long sleeve gowns are donned as a further layer of protection from soilages and spillages. They may also be used during short procedures to prevent soiling their uniforms.

I wish to state emphatically that as at this moment there is no patient in any ward suspected of Covid-19 .

Certainly not even in the ward mentioned by the publication because such patients are managed in the isolation ward.

The Management has therefore urged the media practitioners to endeavour to cross check their information before publication.

The times we are calls for restraint and extra caution by the media to adhere at all times to the ethics of the profession which cherishes truth, balanced reporting and responsible journalism.

Signed

Segun Orisajo
Head, Public Relations & Information.

The Medical Director, Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu has predicted a brighter future for the Centre, charging all members of staff to continue to join hands with his administration in the herculean task of building a virile and enviable hospital.
The Medical Director gave the charge at a meeting of the Hospital Management with Chairmen and Secretaries of Unions in the Centre.
Speaking against the background of the recent 27th anniversary of the Centre, Prof. Musa-Olomu expressed deep appreciation to the entire staff of the Centre for their dedication and commitment to duties, which according to him accounted for the strings of the Centre’s success stories.
Particularly, the Medical Director attributed the achievements of his administration in the last three years, attested to by numerous leadership awards conferred on him to the mercy of God and cooperation from all cadres of staff.
His words, “ As I always say, a tree does not make a forest. In that regard, I wish to thank you all for the arm of fellowship extended to this administration since we came on board.”
On the on-going projects, the Medical Director disclosed that some of them are nearing completion and will soon be handed over to the Management. He listed those projects as including, Tele-Medicine and Multipurpose Hall, Pharmacy ,Gymnasium and Patients Relatives Building.
The Medical Director was delighted that the two coaster buses his administration bought had being of immense benefit at this critical time, as they convey staff from their various destinations to work and back home.
Besides, the ATM facilities installed in the hospital premises had eased the banking transactions of staff and the host community while the business ventures were doing fine.
Prof. Musa-Olomu further hinted that but for the COVID 19, the full computerization of the Centre would have taken off.. He said however that work is in progress on the oxygen project.
The Medical Director took time to answer questions on some issues such as the disbursement of Drug Revolving Fund (DRF) and the withheld JOHESU April/May salaries
On the DRF, the Medical Director explained that the Management was guided in its action by an existing Federal Government Policy Paper on the matter. Copies were freely made available to every one at the meeting.
On the April/May JOHESU salaries, the Medical Director said his administration has not relented in ensuring that the government do the needful on the issue.
The Medical Director assured that the proposed University of Medicine and Medical Sciences will soon be a reality judging by enthusiasms, financially being shown by foreign investors.
Prof. Musa-Olomu urged members of staff to continue to support his administration for a better tomorrow.
“ My plan for this Centre is to make sure that I satisfy everybody across board. As long as I am here , I will continue to do my best to ensure that there is peace and justice.
I urge you all to continue to have absolute faith and trust in the present administration because I am here to serve you all and together, we shall attain the status of the health institution of our dream.”

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The Management of Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta has set the record straight on the news making the rounds on Twitter about a building purportedly dedicated by the hospital as its Isolation Centre.
For clarity purposes, the building in question is sited on a parcel of land owned by the hospital along Ajebo road and to which due compensation had been fully paid to former owners. The Centre is in possession of Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) on the land.
We also wish to state that the building in the picture is presently under renovation, hence not currently in use. The major work is within and not visible from outside.
The hospital Management took the initiative to establish the ward when Lassa fever was rampant in the country as a complementary unit.
It should be stated in clear terms that the Centre has a befitting, functional and fully equipped Isolation unit within the main hospital premises. (See Pictures)

These proactive initiatives were being undertaken by the hospital Management from the Centre’s Internally Generated Revenue.(IGR).

Segun Orisajo
Head, Public Relations & Information

The Management of Federal Medical Centre, Idi- Aba, Abeokuta is finalizing arrangements for the commencement of Telemedicine at the institution.

The Centre’s Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa- Olomu dropped this hint in a chat with news men at the sideline of an award ceremony organized by the Nigerian Computer Society , Ogun State where the Medical Director was awarded the IT Ambassador of the Year.

Telemedicine, otherwise known as “telehealth” allows healthcare practitioners to evaluate , diagnose and treat patients in remote locations with the aid of technology.

As part of the preparations, the Medical Director said the Centre was already partnering with some international health institutions in the European Countries including Royal College of Edinburgh.

He said the initiative will provide opportunities for the health care practitioners in the Centre to exchange professional ideas on patient care across the globe.

On the award, Prof. Musa- Olomu commended the organizers for recognizing his ” ingenuity, creativity and modest contributions in the use and deployment of information technology at your Centre”

The Medical Director was particularly commended for the establishment of ICT department and ” re- designation of ICT staff in line with the recent government policy on ICT profession.”

The Medical Director pledged his continuous support to the Society .

The Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta has emerged overall best in the Servicom Presidency Compliance Evaluation of some Federal Medical Centres in the Country.
The Centre was awarded a 3 Star Service status with a remark Acceptable ***. Besides, the institution was adjudged to have most aspects and criteria of Service Delivery Covered.
Other Federal Medical Centres evaluated and with 2 Star and Fair ** remark included Ebute-Metta , Ido-Ekiti, Gombe, Azare, Nguru, Umuahia, Yenagoa, Asaba, Makurdi and Gusau.
Those with 1 Star status are Birni Kebbi, Owerri and Federal Medical Centre, Owo.
All the Centres were evaluated on 5 servicom service index as follows: Service Delivery, Timeliness, Information, Professionalism and Staff Attitude.
The findings were contained in an Evaluation Report submitted by the Servicom Presidency to the Federal Ministry of Health.
On the FMC Abeokuta , the 22- page report had noted with delight the “ completion of modular theatre and other structures, the acquisition of hectares of land in a bid to expand the capacity of the Hospital demonstrates high level of commitment on the part of the Medical Director and his Management team”
The report also commended the Management for the provision of health care services to the grassroots noting the provision of “ free eye screening at Joga Orile as well as other community outreach programmes such as HIV Counseling and Testing Services among others demonstrates the passion and determination of the Medical Director and his Management team to improve the well-being of the people through healthcare delivery to the grassroots.
Commenting on the report, the Medical Director, FMC, Abeokuta, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu expressed delight and satisfaction with the result promising to sustain and improve on the rating.
His words “ I am extremely delighted and encouraged by the objectivity of the report. We sincerely promised to fulfill our pledge as stated in our 9-Point vision statement when we came on board two and half years ago.”
While thanking the administration of Mr. President and Ministers of Health for providing an enabling environment to excel, the Medical Director pledged the determination of the Centre to put in its best towards the enhancement of the “ excellent works of the current government of President Muhammadu Buhari at ensuring that every Nigerian enjoys the fruit of democracy in the area of access to quality and affordable health care.”

The Director of State Security Services , Ogun State Directorate , Mr. David Tuksa has commended the exemplary leadership of the Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu, explaining that visionary and dedicated leaders like him are few in the country.
“I want to commend the Medical Director for his dedication and commitment to duty. From what I have seen in him since I resumed here a year ago, your Medical Director is a leader who walks his talk, an attribute that is robbing off on the good staff attitude to patients”
Speaking in an exclusive interview with the editorial board in his office, , Mr.Tuksa expressed delight with the peaceful industrial climate at the Centre since the inception of the administration of Prof. Musa-Olomu.
“ FMC, Abeokuta unlike other similar health care institutions in the country has not had any record of labour unrest in the last two years of the new leadership of the Centre.. My Directorate doesn’t have any cause to intervene at resolving any crisis over there. No record of any rancor or labour related issues.
“This, to us at the DSS is a pointer to the good leadership at the Centre and indeed the helmsman who perhaps have been ignoring wrong advice .”
Mr. Tuksa who was in the hospital recently for a routine medical check up summed up his experience this way,
“ Your services are very good. I observed a high level of professionalism among your staff in handling their patients. The Laboratory Staff, the Receptionists, Out-patient department, etc,. I observed that every one was committed to his duties.
“Unlike the perceived Nigerian lackadaisical attitude to work, staff at your Centre seemed to be different”
Continuing, the DSS Director noted, ‘ There is a general hygiene despite the crowd, I commend the management for that.
However, “ the only problem I noted was that the staff are overwhelmed by the crowd of patients . You go to Scan area, ECG, several number of patients are on the queue to be attended to.
“I believe there is need for expansion of that place in order to accommodate the increasing number of patients.”
Mr. Tuksa pledged the continuous support of his Directorate to the Centre towards the maintenance of a peaceful industrial climate which according to him was a crucial element in the provision of uninterrupted healthcare delivery services.

The Medical Director, Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, Prof . Adewale Musa-Olomu has been commended for the efficient management and prudent utilization of the Federal Government’s Financial allocation to the Centre.
This commendation was made by Mr.Samuel Okeke who led a team from the Budget Office of the Federation (BOF) Federal Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning and Federal Ministry of Health to the Centre.
The visit was to assess the 2019 Full Year Capital Budget Implementation in the Health sector.
Speaking at the end of the exercise, a very impressed and elated Mr. Okeke expressed satisfaction with the current state of some of the on-going projects in the Centre noting the focused efforts of the Prof. Musa-Olomu’s administration at providing some hitherto lacking medical equipment and facilities.
While commending the Medical Director for his relentless efforts at repositioning the Centre towards service improvement and expansion of specialties, Mr.Okeke urged him to remain steadfast and focused.
As a show of solidarity and encouragement to do more, the team leader asked the Medical Director to name a project that was so dear to him ,assuring the Medical Director that all efforts shall be made by the Budget Office of the Federation to ensure the timely realization of the project.
Responding, Prof. Musa-Olomu expressed delight over the comments of his guests assuring that although he met a virtually “dead” hospital when he assumed office in July, 2017, he has been doing his best in the areas of procurement of basic equipment, embark on some building projects, manpower development and expansion of specialties in the Centre.
With improved funding, the Medical Director boasted that the Centre is on the way to compete favourably with any Teaching Hospital in the Country.

A total number of 1722 surgeries were carried out by the Department of Surgery at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta last year. This figure was 656 higher than 1066 that was recorded in 2018.
A breakdown of the surgeries showed that General Surgery took the lead by 641, followed by Paediatric , 503, Urology 264, Plastic 208, CTSU 59 and Neuro 49.
Dr. M.O Olanrewaju of the department, made this disclosure in a paper entitled “ Department of Surgery Year 2019 Morbidity and Mortality Overview” presented at the End of the Year Get –together of the department held at the residence of the Medical Director, Prof Adewale Musa-Olomu.
Speaking further, Dr Olanrewaju disclosed that a total number of 3044 admissions were recorded in the period under review as against 1427 and 1939 that were recorded in 2017 and 2018 respectfully.
Dr Olanrewaju hinted that the department was looking forward to the accreditation of Residency training for both post-graduate colleges this year while it also hoped to commence minimal access and endoscopy surgery in all divisions.
The ceremony witnessed the presentation of awards to Dr Baraqah Ojelade who emerged the Best House-Officer in 2019, while Dr. R.O Adegboyega got the Best Resident Doctor award in Surgery in 2019. The Best Surgery Administrative staff award went to Mrs. F.O Ajise. A recognition award as host was presented to the Medical Director, Prof.Musa-Olomu .
Speaking at the colourful event, the Medical Director, appreciated the sense of dedication to duty, discipline and perseverance by the Surgeons. He assured them that his administration will not leave any stone unturned towards the accreditation of residency training of the department this year.
He dedicated the award to the entire Theatre nurses.

Head of Servicom Index Compliance Evaluation Team from the Presidency, Mrs Jummai Abdullahi has given the Hospital Management a pat on the back for maintaining a neat hospital environment.
Mrs Abdullahi gave the commendation while meeting with the Hospital Management at the end of her team’s evaluation exercise in the Centre.
Her words “ I must remark that I am impressed with your neat environment. As a matter of fact, this will be my first time of putting something in my mouth in any of the hospitals I have visited so far in the course of this assignment”.
She lauded the Management for her diligence in keeping the services running which are targeted towards meeting the patients’ expectations.
“ In the course of our assignment, we spoke to some of the patients who in turn expressed satisfaction with the level of care that goes on in this Centre.
“ Equally, worthy of note is the fact that ,here you have a building dedicated as Servicom secretariat being overseeing by a competent servicom team.”
Responding, the Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu expressed gratitude to his guests for the “objective assessment of our services”
The Medical Director said the patients turn – over had been on a steady increase since he assumed office two and half years ago because of the high premium his administration placed on quality health care and patients satisfaction.
Part of the efforts towards this, according to the Medical Director was the establishment of some new units and specialties including cardiothoracic.
He assured the team that the Centre would not rest on her oars in the responsibility of providing quality health care services to the teeming clients.

The Centre has recorded another great feat as it successfully performed an impalement surgery, the very first of its kind in Ogun State.

The patient who was identified as Mr. Yusuf Usman was rushed in with a log of wood about 1.5m length and 10cm wide which penetrated through the upper part of his left chest through to the back.
In a post operation interview, the patient who is a truck driver said he was sitting in front of a truck with the driver travelling along Itori, Lagos-Abeokuta road. He explained further that their driver swerved off the road while avoiding another oncoming truck and they ran into a roadside shop made of wood. Speaking to the head of the medical team that performed the surgery, Dr.Saheed Babatunde Sanni – a cardiothoracic Surgeon, said the patient has been taken to two different private hospitals before he was referred to Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta for expert management.
At the presentation of the patient at the accident and emergency unit of FMCA, Dr. Sanni said the patient was “immediately resuscitated, iv access secured, placed on intra nasal oxygen, blood taken for investigation and was planned for immediate surgery by the CTSU team. The surgery which lasted for about 2 hours was very successful with the patient fully recovered and transferred to the Intensive Care Unit for monitoring”. In a post surgery interview with the patient, Mr. Yusuf Usman, a truck driver recounted how the accident involving his impalement occurred along itori-Abeokuta road. His words, “On that fateful day, I was not the one driving, I sat in the front seat of the truck when suddenly our driver swerved off the road in an attempt to avoid a collision with an on-coming truck ran into a road side wooden shop”.
Mr. Usman thanked God Almighty for sparing his life without forgetting the entire medical team at Federal Medical Centre Abeokuta for their swift response to his precarious condition. “ I really appreciate all the medical personnel attending to me day and night . They always respond anytime I call for them. May God bless and increase you all”.
Reacting, the manager in charge of the modular theatre unit of the centre, Mrs. Abosede Fagoyinbo expressed her gratitude to the entire management team led by the Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa Olomu for providing an enabling environment for all staff which helps in bringing out the best output from all quarters across the centre.
In her report, the consultant in charge of Anaesthesia department, Dr (Mrs)
A.A Odewabi narated the challenge they encountered when they received the patient. “He was to be anaesthetized by the team of Anaesthetists on call led by Dr Adedapo( a consultant Anaesthetist). He was the one that called for more hands and involved other consultants including myself, residents, and nurses in the department and they all rallied round to help.
The challenge was how to position the patient with the wood piercing his chest and sticking out of his back! He was put to sleep in the sitting position before being made to lie at the edge of the bed”. She acknowledged the help of other clinical team who helped in lifting and positioning the patient. “This is the first time this procedure will be done on the Centre”. She added.
The Medical Director Prof. Adewale Abdus-Samiu Musa- Olomu ommended the cardiothoracic unit for embarking on what he described as “complex case of impalement”. He further congratulated all the medical personnel involved in the management of the case and prayed for God’s blessings on them all.

The management of Federal Medical Centre Abeokuta celebrates with Flourish Akingbohun and Hephzibah Agbolade who were given birth to on Wednesday January 1, 2020 in the centre.
While presenting the gifts on behalf of the Medical Director, Prof Adewale Musa- Olomu, Head of Clinical Services, Dr.Fidelis Ojeblenu congratulated them and further thanked God for the safe delivery of the babies adding that it is an honour to have the babies born through FMC Abeokuta on a day that is celebrated worldwide.
On her assessment of Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Mrs.Agbolade appreciated the staff of the Centre stating that they showed a lot of care and professionalism. In the same vein, Mrs. Akingbogun gave kudos to the staff of the hospital for quality servicees.
Hephzibah Agbolade (Male) and Flourish Akingbogun (Female) who were given birth to at the same time and date weigh 2.5kg and 3.2kg respectively.