Journalist Bestow Excellence Award on FMC Keffi Medical Director, Dr. Baba Adamu
BY Roseline Okafor, Nasarawa
Dr. Yahaya Baba Adamu, Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre in Keffi, has received an award from journalist in recognition of his outstanding leadership and contributions to the institution’s growth. Under his leadership, FMC Keffi has made significant strides in healthcare delivery, including technological advancements and staff development.
Dr. Adamu, a prominent cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, has led the centre towards excellence with great success. His leadership has transformed FMC Keffi into a major hub of innovation and efficiency within Nigeria’s healthcare sector.
The award, presented by John Dogo Wada, a state correspondent with the Blueprint Newspaper’s Hausa version, Manhaja, honors Adamu’s efforts in transforming the hospital and improving staff welfare and infrastructure development.
Adamu’s leadership has played a crucial role in the hospital’s remarkable transformation, with notable successes in staff development, infrastructure expansion, and quality healthcare services.
The award ceremony, attended by hospital employees and departmental heads, highlighted Adamu’s resolve to maintain a zero-tolerance policy regarding indiscipline, truancy, corruption, and unethical behavior.
The award ceremony, attended by hospital employees and departmental heads, highlighted Adamu’s resolve to maintain a zero-tolerance policy regarding indiscipline, truancy, corruption, and unethical behavior.
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“As a journalist based in Nasarawa state, I cover all critical sectors, including education, where FMC is one of my areas of focus. Under your leadership, I have observed significant achievements, and I believe this award will encourage you to strive for more.”
” Adamu expressed his appreciation for the recognition and committed to ongoing collaboration with the media to drive the hospital’s objectives. He also praised the journalists for their diligent coverage of the hospital’s events, encouraging them to sustain their efforts.”