UCH Commissions Two Ultrasound Machines and 12KVA Solar Inverter

The Management of the University College Hospital, Ibadan, UCH, under the leadership of the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, on Friday, August 21, 2026, commissioned a GE LOGIQ E9 and a GE VOLUSON P8 ultrasound machine, alongside a 12KVA solar inverter, to strengthen diagnostic and patient care services at the hospital.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Project Engineer, Mr. Tope Adelakun of Nissi Doppler Ultrasound and Medical Services, expressed appreciation to the CMD for approving and awarding the project. He noted that the installation was completed to standard and will significantly improve service delivery.

The Head of the Department of Radiology, Prof. Atinuke Agunloye, commended Prof. Otegbayo, the Hospital Management, and Nissi Doppler Ultrasound and Medical Services for the successful refurbishment and deployment of the ultrasound machines and the UPS.

She explained that the new equipment will strengthen the hospital’s capacity to deliver quality diagnostic services, improve access to functional ultrasound equipment for patients, enhance clinical diagnosis and treatment outcomes, and provide better learning and training opportunities for residents, trainees, and medical students.

Also speaking, Mrs. Bola Ogunlakin, Head of the Public-Private Partnership, PPP, Unit, appreciated Prof. Otegbayo and the Management for their support for PPP initiatives and continuous capacity-building.  

She acknowledged the contributions of the Legal Department, Biomedical Engineering Department, Finance and Accounts Department, the Chairman Medical Advisory Committee who was represented, and the Director of Administration, for ensuring the seamless execution of the project.

The Head of the Legal Department, Barrister Titi Ogunlade, in her remarks, expressed appreciation to the Management for its leadership and commitment to the growth of the hospital.

The Chief Medical Director, Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, expressed gratitude to all stakeholders. He specifically commended Mrs. Bola Ogunlakin and Barr. Olubukola Ogunlade, Head of Legal Department, for their roles in facilitating the approval and deployment of the machines.

He noted that the commissioning of the GE LOGIQ E9 Ultrasound, GE VOLUSON P8 Ultrasound, and 12KVA Solar Inverter marks another milestone in UCH Ibadan’s drive towards world-class healthcare delivery.

To ensure uninterrupted service, the CMD announced that the machines will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To support this, the PPP partner has provided additional infrastructure including two split-unit air conditioners, a 12KVA Solar Inverter, and 20 Solar Panels with a combined capacity of 30KW.

Prof. Otegbayo reaffirmed the Management’s commitment to leveraging strategic partnerships to upgrade facilities, improve patient outcomes, and sustain UCH Ibadan’s position as a centre of excellence.