UNIVERSITY COLLEGE HOSPITAL, IBADAN

09/10/2025

VIDEO: CMD RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD AS CONTINENTAL PATRON FROM AFRICAN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PARLIAMENT

09/10/2025

VIDEO: UCH CELEBRATE WORLD SIGHT DAY

07/10/2025

GOV. 'SEYI MAKINDE ASSURES UCH OF IMPROVED WATER SUPPLY

The shortage of water supply to the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan may soon be a thing of the past.

A bold step towards achieving uninterrupted water supply to UCH from the Dandaru Dam was taken today, Tuesday, 7th October, 2025 when the Oyo State Governor, Engr. 'Seyi Makinde and the UCH management led by the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Professor Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo arrived at the decision to collaborate on the water supply to UCH.
The UCH management had earlier inspected the Dandaru Dam to assess the low flow of water from the Dam to the Hospital. But when the CMD informed the Governor that the UCH management visited the Dam, the Oyo State Governor promptly called for a meeting between the State and the UCH at the Dam.

It was discovered that the poor water supply to UCH was due to the collapse of the UCH water dam disembankment and the Governor promised to rebuild it immediately.

The Governor sympathised with UCH on the low flow of water and immediately promised to take an urgent step towards alleviating the hardship being faced by the Hospital.

Engr. Makinde noted that UCH is strategic to effective healthcare delivery not only in Ibadan, but the entire Oyo State and Nigeria in general, saying, "we cannot afford to see UCH suffer water supply.

Water is key to your operations and we would do everything possible to sort the problem out. UCH is strategic to our healthcare system".

The CMD, Professor Otegbayo appreciated the prompt response of the Governor, which he described as encouraging and assured the Governor of the Hospital's readiness to provide effective healthcare delivery to all citizens of Oyo State and Nigeria.

E-signed

'Funmi Adetuyibi
UCH PRO

07/10/2025

ANAN UCH EXRCUTIVE PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO UCH CMD

The executive of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), University College Hospital (UCH) Unit, paid a thank-you visit to the Chief Medical Director , Professor Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, in appreciation of his remarkable support to the Association, on 7th October, 2025 .

The visit was led by the UCH ANAN Unit Coordinator, Miss Adepoju Zinab. It was organized to express the Association’s gratitude to the hospital management for sponsoring ten (10) members of the Association to attend the 30th Annual ANAN Conference held at the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry in 2025.

The conference, themed “Building Economic Resilience through Sustainable Practices, Transparent Reporting, and Accountable Governance,” provided participants with valuable insights and professional development opportunities, further strengthening their contributions to the institution and the nation’s economy.

During the visit, the delegation commended Professor Otegbayo’s leadership style, which is characterized by a strong commitment to knowledge sharing, staff development, and professional growth across all disciplines within UCH. They also extended sincere appreciation for the continued support and kindness of the management towards the association’s activities and goals.

The Chief Medical Director, Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, in his response, appreciated
the association and reaffirmes its commitment to the association at all times.

01/10/2025

UCH CMD'S SA RECEIVES AWARD

The Association of Medical Social Workers of Nigeria (AMSWON), Oyo State Chapter on Tuesday, 30th September, 2025, gave an Award of Excellence to the Special Assistant to the UCH CMD, Mr. Adekunle Alao.
The award was given at the Quarterly Seminar of the Association, which was held at the Physiotherapy Hall of UCH in recognition of Mr. Alao's support to the Association.
According to the Oyo State Chairman of AMSWON, Dr. Lekan Adeleke, the Association, recognized the role of the CMD'S SA had played in promoting good healthcare delivery.
The award recipient appreciated the gestures of the Association and promised to do more to enhance the activities of the Association as well as the entire healthcare sector.

01/10/2025

AMSWON OYO STATE CHAPTER, HOLD A QUARTERLY SEMINAR.

The Association of Medical Social Workers of Nigeria (AMSWON), Oyo State Chapter, held a quarterly seminar on Tuesday, the 30th of September, 2025 at the Physiotherapy Lecture hall, University College Hospital Ibadan.

Themed: Professionalism in Healthcare Setting: Foundation for ethical and effective service delivery.

The State Chairman of the association, Dr. Lekan Adeleke, expressed his appreciation to the guest speaker and to all the participants. He stated that "as a social worker in a healthcare setting, professionalism is crucial while maintaining confidentiality, empathy, compassion, cultural competence, effective communication and professional boundaries are to be maintained".

"By demonstrating professionalism, social workers in healthcare settings can provide high-quality care and support to patients and their families", he concluded.

The Chairman of the seminar, Mr. Adekunle Alao, (special assistant to the Chief Medical Director) in his speech, acknowledged the incredible work of the social workers in achieving the tripartite functions of the institution, which is: Research, Training and Clinical Services. He further stated that "Medical social workers play a vital role in the healthcare system, by bridging the gap between patients, families and the healthcare providers". The medical social workers also connect with patients through resources, services and information that they need to navigate the healthcare system.

He further stated that "Respect , compassion, communication, accountability, integrity, commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, teamwork, collaboration and patient-centred care" are the key elements of professionalism in Medical Social work, he stated".

01/10/2025

29/09/2025

UCH ORGANISES ONE- DAY RETREAT FOR HEADS OF DEPARTMENT

The University College Hospital management organized a one-day day retreat for Heads of Departments on Tuesday, 23rd September, 2025, at the Emeritus Professor Theophillus Ogunlesi Multipurpose Hall.

Mr Kolawole Oyeyemi, the Director of Administration and Secretary to the Board of Management at his welcome address, expressed appreciation to the management for approving the training initiative. Mr. Oyeyemi started that " Learning and Relearning is very vital to the growth of the hospital.

He mentioned that learning helps in the following ways:
1. Knowledge acquisition
2. Skill development
3. Personal growth
4. Professional Development
5. Cognitive stimulation
While relearning, in particular, helps by:

1. *Refresh knowledge*: Update existing knowledge and fill gaps.
2. *Improve retention*: Reinforce previously learned information.
3. *Adapt to changes*: Adjust to new information, technologies, or methodologies.

The Chairman Medical Advisory Committee, Prof. Olubukola Adesina stated that " this training initiative keys into the mantra of this present administration- "Staff Welfare and Patient Comfort" let us listen actively with open minds, i hereby welcome you all and wish us a wonderful day".

Dr. Siyanbola Adegoke, CEO of Dosa Dane Consults, delivered a captivating presentation on “Effective Communication and Emotional Intelligence: Tools for Leaders in a VUCA World.”
He emphasized the critical role of these skills in navigating VUCA, an environment defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity.

Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, Chief Medical Director, delivered a heartfelt goodwill message and highlighted the importance of visionary leadership and collaboration in today’s ever-evolving professional landscape.

He said: "In the hospital environment, leadership cannot be business as usual. It requires adaptability, foresight, empathy, and above all, the ability to communicate effectively. As leaders, you are the bridge between management and staff, between policy and practice, between patients and the institution. The effectiveness of our hospital's service delivery is therefore greatly influenced by your ability to convey vision with clarity. "

29/09/2025

UCH MANAGEMENT PAYS A COURTESY VISIT TO SOUN OGBOMOSO

The Management of University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan, led by the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo paid a courtesy visit to the Soun of Ogbomosoland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, at his Palace on Monday, the 29th of September, 2025.

The Chief Medical Director and his team were warmly received by the king and entire Soun-in-Council.
The CMD stated that the purpose of the visit was to inform the King about the Paki-Otan Medical Centre that was commissioned last year but has yet to commence operations.
The 80-bed Medical Centre was built to serve the people of Paki-Otan and its environs. The challenges facing the take-off of the Medical Centre and other issues were further discussed and solutions proffered.

His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, in his response, appreciated the management's visit and pledged his support towards the commencement of healthcare services at the Medical Centre.

27/09/2025

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25/09/2025

NATIONAL UNIVERSITIES COMMISSIONS PAYS UCH A VISIT

The National Universities Commissions paid a resource verification visit to the School of Nursing, University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan on Thursday, 25th of September,2025 .

The team lead for the exercise, Mrs. Clara Abu, Deputy Director of National Universities Commissions, expressed her appreciation to the management of UCH for their impressive hospitality and for making the exercise a seamless one.

Prof. Umar Lawal from Bayero University, who is also a team member, stated that their visit is to check up on the facilities, both human and material resources,in preparation for the full take-off of the School of Nursing degree accreditation programme at UCH. "It is a pure review academic exercise," he concluded.

The Chief Medical Director, Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, in his response, appreciated their visit. He assured them of the management's full support towards a successful verification resource exercise.