Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has said the 250-bed specialist hospital abandoned by the previous administration would begin partial operations in March 2025 and full operations in June of the same year.
Governor Abiodun made this known on Thursday at the handing over of the hospital to Viewpoint Health Management Services Limited and Pan African Capital Holdings at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
DAILY POST reports that the specialist hospital, located at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, is currently about 65 per cent complete.
Abiodun noted that the hospital, when completed, would provide world-class health services to Nigerians and meet the needs of residents.
Abiodun said: “This hospital will meet the precise needs of our population. It is scheduled for a partial opening in March 2025 and full operations in June 2025.
“We are resolute in our mission to ensure this world-class facility serves the people of Ogun State. Following a rigorous process of months of negotiation, we are excited to finally close the concession partnership for this hospital.
“This hospital facility is an ongoing development in partnership with Viewpoint Health Management Services Limited, which is in partnership with HealthShare South Africa, a very reputable hospital management company. This stands as a testament to our shared commitment to delivering state-of-the-art healthcare to our people.
“Unlike a fixed 250-bed designation, Viewpoint will complete all civil works, reconfigure the facility, provide other required additional equipment and staff, and manage the hospital to ensure it operates in line with global best practices.
“As per the contractual agreement, the completion of this hospital’s physical structure and equipment setup will be managed by Viewpoint Health Management Services Limited, who will also operate the facility for a stipulated period. We will work tirelessly alongside them to provide world-class healthcare for our people.”
Governor Abiodun underlined that the hospital would be furnished with state-of-the-art facilities, and state-of-the-art technology for efficient healthcare delivery and also function as a referral centre for medical innovation, training, and research.
In her remarks, Health Commissioner Dr Tomi Coker stated that the hospital would establish a standard for the country’s healthcare system, which strives to be strengthened to provide healthcare services to the public.
Mr. Chris Oshiafi, chairman of Pan African Capital Holdings, stated that talks to acquire the hospital began three years ago and that his company is prepared to provide the greatest medical facility possible, which would deter medical tourism in the nation.
The chairman of Viewpoint HealthShare in South Africa, Dr Tony Decoito, also stated that his organisation would endeavour to guarantee the hospital’s timely completion.
Ogun: Abandoned 250-bed hospital will start operations March 2025 – Gov Abiodun
