National Hospital Abuja

25/12/2025

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR MESSAGE FROM NATIONAL HOSPITAL

10/12/2025

KOGI STATE GOVERNOR DONATES 5 MILLION NAIRA TO INDIGENT PATIENTS AND A TRAILER LOAD OF BAGS OF RICE TO NHA STAFF.

The Kogi State Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo has donated 5 million Naira in aid of indigent patients in the National Hospital Abuja.

The Governor while on a familiarity visit to the hospital, extolled the virtue of excellence, commitment to saving lives, and enhancing the medical well-being of Nigerians as institutionalized traditions of the apex hospital.

He applauded the passion and professionalism of the Chief Medical Director, Prof Muhammad Raji Mahmud and the entire management and staff of the hospital for living up the founding objectives of the hospital despite daunting operational challenges.

Governor Ododo therefore pledged to champion an advocacy to drum up support to the hospital from well meaning Nigerians, stressing that any iota of support to the National Hospital, is a direct investment on the well-being of Nigerians.

He thereafter handed a donation of the Five Million Naira in aid of indigent patients on admission in the hospital, and pledged another donation of a trailer load of rice to be shared to staff of the hospital in appreciation and encouragement for their wonderful services to Nigeria.

In his response, the Chief Medical Director, National Hospital Abuja, Prof Muhammad Raji Mahmud expressed delight with the magnanimous gesture of the Governor, describing him as passionate and compassionate statesman worthy of emulation.

He then assured the Governor of the hospital's commitment to collaborate with the Kogi state Government in the areas of medical training and host of other medical collaborations in tune with the commitment of the governor to usher in a more prosperous medical landscape in the state.

He further revealed that, with the support of the federal government, the National Hospital is working diligently towards redefining healthcare delivery services that tally with global best practices befitting its status of an apex hospital, and with that hoping to bring an end to medical tourism.

05/12/2025

The Chief Operating Officer of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative, Tosin Coker, led his team to the National Hospital, Abuja, today to deliver a new 41-seater CNG-powered bus donated to the hospital by the NNPC under the Presidential CNG Initiative.

The delegation was warmly received by the hospital’s management team, led by the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Muhammad Mahmud Raji.

In his remarks, Tosin Coker expressed delight at presenting the donation. He noted that Nigeria is richly endowed with natural gas and emphasized the government’s commitment to reducing dependence on petrol by promoting cleaner, more affordable CNG-powered transportation.

Responding, the CMD expressed deep appreciation to the Federal Government and the Presidential CNG Initiative. He stated that the new bus would greatly ease transportation challenges faced by staff who commute long distances to the hospital. He assured that the bus would be used for its intended purpose and maintained properly.

27/11/2025

The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Visits National Hospital Abuja
The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Daju Kachollom S., mni, paid an official visit to the National Hospital Abuja today, where she was warmly received by the hospital’s Management Team, led by the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Muhammad Raji Mahmud.
The purpose of her visit was to assess the ongoing cochlear implant surgeries for patients with hearing impairments, being conducted by a dedicated team of doctors and health professionals sponsored by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Permanent Secretary expressed deep satisfaction with the exceptional work carried out by the medical team, commending their dedication, professionalism, and humanitarian service. She also praised the National Hospital Abuja for providing a conducive environment, robust support, and all necessary facilities that have ensured the smooth implementation of the project.
She reaffirmed the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to strengthening partnerships and supporting initiatives that advance quality healthcare delivery for all Nigerians.

27/11/2025

National Hospital Abuja Receives Major Boost in Cancer Care Through Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration.

A moment of high level collaboration led by the Honorable Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali Pate, representatives of Renaissance Africa Energy Company, NNPC, TOTAL Energies and eni Joint Venture as well as the delegation of the National Hospital Abuja led by the CMD, Prof Muhammad Raji Mahmud, converged on the conference hall of the ministry for an elaborate ceremony of facility and cash support to the National Hospital towards enhancing its Radiotherapy capabilities.

While stakeholders of the joint venture re-echoed commitment to invest more meaningfully towards more successes in cancer care, the Minister on his part reiterated Federal Government’s resolve through purposeful investments and partnerships, to usher in a more robust and broad based healthcare system beneficial to all Nigerians.

A visibly elated CMD of the apex hospital, Prof Muhammad Raji Mahmud who applauded the enormity of the support system of the joint venture group, stressed how impactful that would be to the onerous task of taming the debilitating impacts of cancer on the citizenry.

The National Hospital, he assured, will remain a reliable and sanctuary for advanced health care delivery services to the citizens.

27/11/2025

Saudi Envoy Visits National Hospital Abuja, Boosts Cochlear Implant Mission.

His Excellency, Saad bin Fahd Al-Marri, Chargé d’Affaires, Saudi Arabian Embassy, Abuja, welcomed to the National Hospital by the CMD, Prof Muhammad Raji Mahmud, to boost the morale of team of doctors and allied health professionals conducting Cochlear Implants for patients with hearing challenges at the theaters of the National Hospital Abuja. The project is sponsored by the Saudi authorities.

15/10/2025

15/10/2025

The hospital management has introduced a color-coded monitoring system in the Accident and Emergency Department to improve efficiency and coordination of patient care.

It includes:
Light Green: Admitted to a ward
Red: Folder opened — patient not yet seen by a doctor after 30 minutes
White: Folder opened — patient not yet seen by a doctor
Yellow: New patient reviewed — pending bed assignment
Dark Green: Discharged from the hospital
Grey: Deceased
This system ensures quick visual identification of patient status, supports timely medical review, and enhances overall workflow within the unit.

10/10/2025

🆘 UNKNOWN PATIENT – PUBLIC ASSISTANCE NEEDED 🆘
A man was found unconscious by the roadside and was brought to the National Hospital, Abuja by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on September 30th.
He is currently receiving treatment at the Male Ward, Trauma Centre, National Hospital, Abuja.
🚨 As of now, he has been unable to communicate any personal details, and his identity remains unknown.
📢 HOW YOU CAN HELP:
If you recognize him or have any useful information that could help identify him or locate his family, please:📍 Visit:
Male Ward, Trauma Centre, National Hospital, Abuja
📞 Call: 0903 009 7889
Please share this message widely. Your help could reunite him with his loved ones.
🙏 Thank you.

03/10/2025

🚨 UNKNOWN PATIENT – PUBLIC ASSISTANCE NEEDED 🚨
A man was found unconscious by the roadside and was brought to the National Hospital, Abuja by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on September 29th.
He was reportedly knocked down by a vehicle while riding a motorcycle. He is currently receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Trauma Centre, National Hospital, Abuja.
As of now, he has not been able to provide any personal information, and his identity remains unknown.
We kindly appeal to the general public to assist in identifying or locating his family members.
📍 If you recognize him or have any useful information, please visit the ICU, Trauma Centre, National Hospital, Abuja, or contact:
📞 0903 009 7889
🙏 Please help share this message widely to reach those who may know him. Thank you.

03/10/2025

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🚨 UNKNOWN PATIENT – PUBLIC ASSISTANCE NEEDED 🚨

A woman was found unconscious by the roadside in Gwa-Gwa, Abuja, and was brought to the National Hospital, Abuja by the Police on September 6th.

She is currently receiving treatment at the Trauma Centre and is gradually regaining consciousness.

As she began to regain awareness, she provided the following information:

Name: Atim Mary

State of Origin: Benue State

Residence: Gwa-Gwa, opposite New Church

Children: Mother of two

Workplace: Revenue & Mobilization Canteen, Area 1 Roundabout, Abuja

We kindly appeal to the public to assist in identifying or locating her family members.

📍 If you recognize her or have any helpful information, please visit the Female and Children Ward at the Trauma Centre, National Hospital, Abuja, or contact:
📞 0903 009 7889

🙏 Kindly share this message to help reunite her with her family. Thank you.