Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja

09/09/2026

FTH LOKOJA PROVIDES MEDICAL SUPPORT FOR KOGI FIRST LADY’S CHARITY WALK

Her Excellency Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, First Lady of Kogi State, led a 3‑kilometre Charity Day Road Walk on Saturday, September 5, 2026, to mark the International Day of Charity. The route began at Obasanjo Square, passed through Post Office, Adankolo Junction, and Fen Junction, and concluded at Government House via Zenith Bank Junction. The event drew dignitaries, civil society groups, National Youth Service Corps members, and Lokoja residents.

Organised under the theme “Everyone Can Help,” the walk aimed to foster a culture of kindness, volunteerism, and civic service. It underscored the power of philanthropy and community action in alleviating poverty and supporting vulnerable populations across Kogi State. Participants marched in unity, signalling a shared commitment to building a more compassionate and inclusive society.

In a demonstration of corporate social responsibility, the Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja provided full medical coverage for the event. The Chief Medical Director, Assoc. Prof. Abdulrahman Shehu, deployed an ambulance, a team of health personnel, and essential medical supplies to deliver emergency care and ensure participant safety throughout the walk.

The FTH team was led by Olubowale E. Lanre, the Hospital's Public Relations Officer (PRO). Others include
Dr. Peter Moses;
Adegboro Mayowa,
Monday Atama and
Pharmacist Taofiq Ishaq.

-Maimunatu Abubakar Galla & Jimoh Hannat Olabisi

08/09/2026

Today, 8 September, the world marks World Physiotherapy Day 2026.

This year's focus is the role of physiotherapy and physical activity in the prevention, management and rehabilitation of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

Here at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja, our physiotherapists work every day with people recovering from stroke, living with heart disease, or simply trying to move more and sit less. The results speak quietly but powerfully: stronger hearts, steadier steps, independent lives.

Three things you can do today:

1. Take a 30-minute walk. Your heart will thank you.
2. If you or a loved one has had a stroke, ask about physiotherapy early — recovery starts with movement.
3. Know the warning signs of stroke: Face. Arms. Speech. Time to act.

📍 Visit the Physiotherapy Department, Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja.

Movement is medicine — and we prescribe it with care.

31/08/2026

27/08/2026

HAPPY 35TH ANNIVERSARY TO THE CONFLUENCE STATE!

On behalf of the Management Council and staff of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja, I felicitate with His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, the Executive Governor of Kogi State on the 35th Anniversary of the State’s creation.

To us at the Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja, your administration's commitment to healthcare strengthens our hands and renews our resolve to complement your policies and programmes aimed at building a healthier, resilient Kogi state.

Thirty-five years strong — the best is yet to come.

Congratulations on another epochal milestone for the Confluence State.

Long live Kogi State!
Long live Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja!!
Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!!!

Signed:
Associate Professor Abdulrahman Ozovehe Shehu
Chief Medical Director, Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja.

02/08/2026

FTH Lokoja and PAAU begin talks to strengthen medical training in Kogi State

The Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja and Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba have commenced talks to strengthen collaboration in medical training research and development. The discussions were initiated during a courtesy visit by the Chief Medical Director, Assoc. Prof. Abdulrahman Shehu with his Management team to the University on 29th July 2026. The delegation was received by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Salisu Ogbo Usman, alongside the principal officers of the College of Health Sciences.

Prof. Usman described the engagement as strategic and timely, stressing that partnership with the FTHL is critical to addressing the challenges facing PAAU’s College of Medicine. He expressed appreciation to the CMD for the support, noting that such collaboration will be instrumental to the growth and sustainability of medical training at the University.

Assoc. Prof. Shehu commended the VC for his sustained commitment to producing the University’s pioneer medical graduates. He reaffirmed FTHL’s readiness to support PAAU with clinical personnel, facilities and other areas of clinical training. The CMD stated: “This partnership aligns with our mandate to produce homegrown medical professionals in Kogi State hence, with collaboration, the challenges before us are surmountable”. He added that taking the first step toward graduating the pioneer set is the most challenging, but once achieved, continuity will be easier as template would have already been put in place.

To formalize the partnership, both Chief Executives agreed to constitute a joint Committee to draft a Memorandum of Understanding. The proposed MoU is expected to provide the framework for a formal agreement and support the clinical training requirements for PAAU’s pioneer medical students. As a symbol of goodwill, both Institutions also exchanged award plaques during the visit.

01/08/2026

FTH LOKOJA COMMENCES PHYSICAL VERIFICATION EXERCISE FOR STAFF

The Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja, has commenced a comprehensive physical verification exercise for all members of staff. The exercise began on Tuesday, 28th July 2026, and will run through Friday, 14th August 2026, at the Pharmacy Conference Room.
The Chief Medical Director, Assoc. Prof. Abdulrahman Shehu, led members of Top Management to the venue to formally flag-off the programme. In his address, the CMD described the verification as a critical administrative process aimed at updating the hospital’s personnel records, validating staff credentials and strengthening workforce planning. He noted that having accurate and up-to-date data will enhance staff deployment, training, promotion and ultimately improve service delivery to patients.
The exercise is being coordinated by Mr. Idris Salihu, Head of Unit, Planning, Research and Statistics along his team members. The process involves staff registration, issuance of verification Forms and review of relevant credentials. Management has put measures in place to ensure the process is orderly, transparent and does not disrupt clinical and administrative services.
Speaking after the flag-off, the CMD commended the verification team for a smooth commencement and urged all staff to cooperate fully. He stressed that staff must attend within the stipulated period with all required documents. Management reaffirmed its commitment to staff welfare and assured that the outcome of the exercise will be used to improve human resource management and enhance efficiency across all Departments of the hospital.