GOV. UZODIMMA UNVEILS FEDERAL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL(FUTH) OWERRI
The establishment of the Federal University Teaching Hospital (FUTH) Owerri is a significant milestone in the healthcare sector of Imo State. This achievement is a result of the determination, commitment, and passion of Governor Hope Uzodimma to provide quality healthcare services to the people of Imo State. The teaching hospital is a product of the governor’s collaborative efforts with the federal government in upgrading the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Owerri to a teaching hospital.
The upgrade of FMC Owerri to a teaching hospital will provide a platform for the training and development of medical professionals. The hospital will serve as a hub for research and innovation in the healthcare sector. The establishment of FUTH Owerri will attract medical experts and professionals from all over the world to the state. This will lead to the creation of more jobs and improve the economy of Imo State.
Governor Uzodimma has proven to be a leader who is committed to the welfare of the people and has written his name in gold. His efforts in the healthcare sector have led to the improvement of the state’s health facilities, which has resulted in better health outcomes for the people of Imo State. The governor’s commitment to providing quality healthcare services to the people of Imo State has earned him the respect and admiration of the people.
The establishment of FUTH Owerri is a testament to the governor’s efforts in transforming the healthcare sector in Imo State. The teaching hospital will provide specialized healthcare services to patients, which will reduce the need for medical tourism. Patients will have access to quality healthcare services within the state, which will reduce the cost of healthcare and improve health outcomes.
The governor’s efforts in upgrading FMC Owerri to a teaching hospital have been recognized by stakeholders in the healthcare sector. The Chief Medical Director of FUTH Owerri, Dr Achigbu Kingsley, has praised the governor for his efforts. He described the establishment of FUTH Owerri as a historic event that will have a positive impact on the healthcare sector in the state and further declared that “when the full story shall be told, Governor Uzodimma will have his place in history”.
The establishment of FUTH Owerri is a product of the collaboration between the federal and state governments. Governor Uzodimma’s efforts in ensuring the establishment of the teaching hospital have been complemented by the support of the federal government. This is an indication of the governor’s leadership qualities and his ability to attract support and collaboration from stakeholders.
According to the Minister of State for Health, Hon. Joseph Ekumankama, he posited that “It was as a result of the doggedness, commitment and passion of Governor Uzodimma that led to the upgrading of this institution from FMC to a teaching hospital”.
Leaders like Gov. Uzodimma whose heartbeat is to develop Imo state and better the lives of Imo people are rare and should be given maximum support as a fulcrum to do more. One good term deserves another and there is no doubt that Gov. Hope Uzodimma will be re-elected come November 11th.
