10/15/2026

OGUNDIPE COMMISSIONS NEW HISTOPATHOLOGY FACILITY, REFRIGERATED MORGUE AT FETHI

The Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido-Ekiti (FETHI), Prof. Kolawole Ogundipe, has commissioned the hospital’s new Histopathology Department building and a 42-chambered refrigerated morgue, marking a significant milestone in the hospital’s drive to strengthen diagnostic services and improve healthcare delivery.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Prof. Ogundipe congratulated the Anatomy and Histopathology Department, particularly Dr. Olagoke Erinomo, the immediate past Acting CMD, for the successful realisation of the project. He acknowledged the contributions of those who initiated and laid the foundation for the project, noting that their efforts had made the achievement possible. The CMD described the facility, which includes 42 body chambers, as a major development and a first of its kind in the Ekiti environs. He also expressed appreciation to the Federal Government for funding the project, noting that its commissioning aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the present administration.

Prof. Ogundipe appreciated all those present at the event and subsequently declared the building and the 42-chambered refrigerated morgue open for use.

Earlier, the Acting Head of the Department, Dr. O. J. Adegbamigbe, welcomed the CMD and expressed appreciation for his prompt response and support towards the successful commissioning of the facility. The Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC), Dr. Olabisi Adeyemo congratulated the new Acting Head of Department on the milestone and expressed optimism that the facility would enhance service delivery, professional training and capacity development within the hospital.

Similarly the Director of Administration, Mrs. Foluso Adelegan, congratulated the CMD on the achievement recorded during his tenure and expressed hope that the facility would be put to effective use under the leadership of the new Acting Head of Department. Those present at the event included, Mrs Yinka Adewara, Head of Accounts and Finance; Dr. T. Ibrahim : DCMAC, Clinical Services, Dr. A.O Adewumi; DCMAC Special Duties, CMD’s Chief of Staff, Dr. Kamal Alabi; Mr Issac Anifowose, Deputy Director of Protocol and Head, Information and Corporate Affairs Department, MLS Adetokunbo Okunnuga; Mr. Mikahil Arogundade, PhD; the Head of the Residency and Training Unit; and the Head of Works, Engr. Dayo Dada, alongside other hospital officials and staff.

Information and Corporate Affairs Dept, FETHI