Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has ordered the completion of the state’s multi-billion naira 400-bed capacity Kashim Ibrahim University Teaching Hospital within 60 days, assuring residents that the facility will soon commence operations.
The governor gave the directive on Friday, while inspecting the hospital as part of his ongoing assessment of major infrastructure projects being executed by his administration across the state.
Speaking to journalists after the inspection, Gov. Zulum disclosed that more than 90 percent of the construction work had been completed and that all medical equipment required for the hospital had already been procured and delivered.
“The equipment meant for this hospital has all been purchased, procured, and delivered. You can see the level of development in the hospital, and the consultant has informed us that over 90 percent of the work required has been completed,” he said.
The governor expressed confidence that the remaining work would be concluded within the next two months, allowing the hospital to begin providing healthcare services.
“We believe that within the next 60 days, we will round off all the outstanding works, and the hospital will be ready for utilisation.
“Regarding human resources for health, approval has already been granted, and about 350 staff members have been employed. We are set to go and ensure that this hospital, which has been our dream project, comes to stay,” Gov. Zulum added.
He noted that his administration has made significant investments in healthcare infrastructure and is committed to ensuring the effective management and sustainability of the new facility.
According to the governor, the hospital will operate under a structured management framework designed to balance affordability with long-term sustainability.
“Business as usual will not be feasible. The cardinal objective of any government is to bring succor to the people, particularly the less privileged.
“However, we must establish certain standards for costing. We cannot charge like a private hospital, but we also cannot make everything completely free.
“There must be a minimum threshold that will ensure the sustainability of the hospital,” he said.
Gov. Zulum also stressed the importance of automating the hospital’s operations, particularly billing and administrative systems, to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency.
“This hospital has the capacity to provide services not only to our people but also to those from neighboring countries. It will become a referral center for quality healthcare, provided it is managed effectively and sustainably,” he added.
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During the inspection tour, the governor also visited the ongoing 300-bed state orthopaedic hospital, along Dikwa Road, which he said had reached 85 percent completion.
He directed contractors to ensure the project is completed within the next four months.
In addition, Gov. Zulum inspected the ongoing construction of the road network at the Maiduguri Industrial Hub.
The inspection forms part of the governor’s broader review of key developmental projects across the state.
Earlier in the week, he visited the 4,000-capacity International Conference Centre, the Post Office Flyover, and the 2.5-kilometre Tandari–Kasuwan Shani–Neital Shoe and Ternary Road projects.
