Federal University Teaching Hospital, Wukari Inaugurates NUAHP Branch

The Federal University Teaching Hospital, Wukari (FUTH Wukari), officially inaugurated its branch of the National Union of Allied Health Professionals (NUAHP) in a colorful ceremony held at the hospital. The event marked a significant milestone in promoting staff welfare, unity, and professional development.

Speaking at the inauguration, the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Prof. Ayuba Dauda Madachi, alongside the Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC), Dr. Tensaba Akafa, and the Director of Administration, Mr. Theophilus Danjuma warmly welcomed members of the National Executive of the Union. The hospital management reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth and success of the union for the benefit of its members.

The CMD emphasized the important role of trade unions in any organization, noting that they serve as vital partners in promoting staff welfare, industrial harmony, and institutional development. He encouraged members to actively participate in union activities while maintaining professionalism and cooperation with the hospital management.

In their goodwill messages, the National Vice Chairman, North, Dr. Hassan Mohammad Sabiu, and the National Internal Auditor, Dr. Mahamud Yunusa Yandutse gave a brief history of NUAHP. They highlighted the union’s leadership structure, guiding principles, and the benefits of membership. They stressed that professionalism, fairness, and equity should remain the foundation of the union’s activities and urged members to work closely with management while advocating for the welfare and rights of staff.

The Director of Administration, Mr. Theophilus Danjuma, thereafter, conducted the swearing-in and oath-taking ceremony for the newly inaugurated pro-tem executive officers of the FUTH Wukari branch.

The inaugurated officers are:  

. Mrs. Edna Bawa Pyiki – Chairperson  

. Mr. Bitrus Surom-Bwa – Vice Chairperson  

. Mr. Ali Wunuken Bako – Treasurer  

. Mr. Zando Emmanuel Shuken – Secretary  

. Mrs. Ediseh Deborah Danjuma - Women Leader  

. Mr. Muntaka - Public

 Relations Officer (PRO)  

 In her acceptance speech, the newly inaugurated Chairperson, Mrs. Edna Bawa Pyiki expressed profound appreciation to the Chief Medical Director and the hospital management for their unwavering support and for providing an enabling environment for the establishment of the union branch. She also thanked the National Executive Council for the confidence reposed in the newly elected officers and pledged to uphold the principles of fairness, equity, and dedication in promoting the welfare and professional interests of all members.