The Ondo State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Engr. (Dr.) Johnson Jaiyeola Alabi has commended Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa for his commitment to improving healthcare delivery following the successful activation and test run of a 240- kilowatt solar power installation at the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital, Ondo.
Speaking during his visit to the hospital today, Dr. Alabi expressed satisfaction with the system’s performance, describing it as excellent. He noted that the installation represents the first phase of the project, assuring that subsequent phases would follow to further Strengthen healthcare services in the state.
The commissioner disclosed that critical areas of the hospital, including the theatre unit, Trauma Centre, laboratory Services Department, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit ( NICU), Radiology Department and mother and Child unit, had benefited from the installation.
The commissioner expressed appreciation to Governor Aiyedatiwa for what he described as exceptional efforts to transform the healthcare sector and provide critical infrastructure for public health Institutions. He commended the hospital management, led by Professor Michael Olumide Gbala, for its commitment to quality healthcare delivery.
In his response, Professor Gbala expressed appreciation to the commissioner for visiting to test – run the solar installation. He described the project as a major breakthrough in addressing the hospital’s electricity challenges, noting that reliable power supply is essential for effective medical services, particularly in critical care areas.
The CMD confirmed that the 240KW solar system was successfully tested and had been connected to several essential units of the hospital. He added that the intervention would strengthen the hospital’s capacity to provide quality and affordable healthcare to the people of Ondo State.
Professor Gbala further appreciated Governor Aiyedatiwa for his continued support, describing the installation as a good starting point while expressing hope for additional intervention. He noted that the ongoing improvement would motivate staff to remain committed to their responsibilities and humanitarian services.
The CMD also requested that the Commissioner convey his appreciation and warm regards to the Governor for his continued commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure in the state.
The successful test run marks another important step in UNIMEDTH’s drive to strengthen its infrastructure, improve operational efficiency and enhance healthcare delivery to the people of Ondo State.
Media and Publicity Unit UNIMED Teaching Hospital Ondo.
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