The unveiling took place on Tuesday as part of events marking the 110th general meeting of Chief Medical Directors held in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The occasion attracted prominent political figures and key stakeholders in Nigeria’s health sector.
Speaking at the event, the hospital’s Chief Medical Director, Prof. Ahmed Ahidjo, praised the Federal Government for its support and contributions to the project. He described the institute as the first of its kind in the country, with the potential to significantly boost healthcare delivery and capacity-building among medical professionals.
Ahidjo noted that the new facility will serve as a hub for advancing medical knowledge through digital innovation, ultimately improving health outcomes across Nigeria.
He said, “The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Muhammad Pate, has demonstrated that so much can be achieved.