Soludo appoints new CMD for Ojukwu teaching hospital
Governor Charles Soludo has appointed Uche Umeakuewulu as chief medical director of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Teaching Hospital, Amaku, Awka.
A statement on Friday by the governor’s press secretary, Christian Aburime, said that the appointment took effect immediately.
Ms Umeakuewulu succeeded Joe Akabuike, who previously served as chief medical director, after completing his tenure.
Ms Umeakuewulu, is a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist with a special interest in gynaecologic oncology and women’s health at the National Hospital Abuja, where she contributed to maternal healthcare.
She is a fellow of the West African College of Surgeons, the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria and the International College of Surgeons, reflecting her extensive professional training and experience.
(NAN)
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