Milestones from the First Year of Dr Babatunde Afolabi’s Tenure as Chief Medical Director
With Strategic Support from the Osun State Government, Led by His Excellency, Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke
Infrastructural Transformation
UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital has undergone extensive upgrades across its facilities:
- Renovation of key offices, including the CMD’s Office and Board Room, now equipped with modern conference amenities.
- Construction of a new carport for staff and visitors.
- Refurbishment of the OSHIA/OHIS building to enhance health insurance coordination.
- Establishment of a centralised Health Information Management (HIM) facility for digitised patient records.
- Installation of CCTV systems to improve security.
- Acquisition of two Mikano generators (100KVA and 50KVA) to ensure uninterrupted power supply.
- Rehabilitation and sanitation of the mortuary complex.
- Overhaul of waste management systems, including a central dumpsite and daily evacuation.
- Landscaping and rebranding of the hospital compound for improved aesthetics and navigation.
Energy, Power and Environmental Health
- Deployment of multiple inverters and 50 solar-powered streetlights.
- Installation of a borehole to guarantee consistent water supply.
- Salary enhancements for environmental and maintenance staff.
- Daily waste clearance and sustained environmental hygiene across the premises.
Clinical Services and Equipment Upgrade
- Procurement of modern beds, surgical drapes, CPAP machines, and diagnostic tools.
- Introduction of renal dialysis services through a Public-Private Partnership.
- Establishment of a Theatre Pharmacy and commencement of ICU construction.
- Modernisation of the mortuary and installation of air conditioning in patient care areas.
Staff Welfare and Human Resource Development
- Regularisation of staff employed in 2012 and 2013.
- Promotion exercises for nurses and other staff categories.
- Increased allowances for contract staff and implementation of the national minimum wage.
- Settlement of debts exceeding ₦100 million to restore essential services.
- Support for continuous professional development and creation of a Staff Welfare Desk.
Digital Transformation
- Revitalisation of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system in partnership with eClat Healthcare.
- Deployment of new ICT hardware and centralisation of printing services.
- Activation of pharmacy inventory modules and establishment of an Asset Management Unit.
- Recognition by the Osun State Ministry of Innovation for excellence in public healthcare ICT.
Administrative Reforms
- Reduction of recurrent expenditure through centralised procurement and improved vendor negotiations.
- Strengthening of financial accountability and supply chain monitoring.
- Regular internal audits and reinforcement of departmental leadership.
Partnerships and Institutional Growth
- Signing of 10 Memoranda of Understanding with academic institutions and 6 PPPs with healthcare organisations.
- Mobilisation of donations worth over ₦317 million in medical and ICT equipment.
- Enhanced collaboration with UNIOSUN and donor groups such as Lions Club and OSACA.
Community Impact and Government Support
- Execution of the “Imole Free Medical Outreach”, benefitting thousands across Osun State.
- Approval of ₦200 million for theatre renovation and ₦40 million for staff and patient welfare.
- Installation of an oxygen plant and restoration of electricity supply.
- Historic visit by the Governor—the first in over a decade—signalling renewed government confidence.
Institutional Recognition
- CMD honoured by Transparency Africa for integrity and transformational leadership.
- Positive media coverage and commendations from staff unions and hospital departments.
Conclusion
Dr Babatunde Afolabi’s first year as Chief Medical Director has marked a turning point in public healthcare delivery in Osun State. Through strategic reforms, robust partnerships, and unwavering support from the State Government, UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital has emerged as a model of innovation, excellence, and institutional renewal.
