*Approves takeover and conversion of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital to Federal University of Lafia Teaching Hospital, Nasarawa
WorldStage Newsonline– President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Professor Yusuf Jibrin Bara as Chief Medical Director of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, for a second and final term of four years.
A statement by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) said the President’s approval “follows an assessment of Professor Jibrin Bara’s performance in his first term in office.
“The President anticipates that with the renewal of Professor Jibrin Bara’s appointment, he will consolidate on the achievements recorded in his first term in office.”
In another development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the takeover and conversion of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Lafia, to the Federal University of Lafia Teaching Hospital, Nasarawa, following a request by the Nasarawa State Government.
“The conversion of the health facility to a federal teaching hospital will not only enhance the training of students in medical and allied sciences but also boost healthcare delivery in the state,” the statement said.
“President Tinubu remains committed to ensuring the social welfare and healthcare security of Nigerians and will aggressively sustain his administration’s investment drive and efforts in the sector.”
