The Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu on Tuesday joined colleagues and associates of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) to celebrate the School of Dentistry 50th anniversary. Speaking at the event held at the University of Benin Main Auditorium tagged: ” Scientific Conference/Alumni Reunion & FICD Awardee,” […]
UBTH Honours Prof. Kingsley Akhigbe on Retirement
The Chief Medical Director of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, on Monday, July 6th, 2026, honoured Prof. Kingsley Oalei Akhigbe, the Chairman of the Senior Staff Disciplinary Committee and an Honorary Consultant in the mental health department, on the occasion of his retirement after years of meritorious and unblemished service. […]
Africa’s First Set of Gerontology Nurses are Products of UBTH!!
We are proud to announce that the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) has once again made history, reaffirming its place as a trailblazer in healthcare education and innovation. Our pioneer Gerontology Nurses have achieved a 100% pass rate in the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) professional examination, an exceptional accomplishment that reflects […]
STAFF OF THE MONTH – APRIL 2025
Dr Iriagbonse Iyabo Osaigbovo Associate Professor & Consultant Clinical Microbiologist The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) proudly recognises Dr Iriagbonse Iyabo Osaigbovo as Staff of the Month for April 2025, for her outstanding leadership in diagnostics, research advancement, and institutional development. Dr Osaigbovo led UBTH’s Diagnostic Pillar during the COVID-19 response, ensuring a robust, […]
UBTH HONOURED WITH AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN GERIATRIC CARE
The University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City was recently honoured by the National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC) with the Distinguished Age Friendly Public Service and Elder Justice Advocacy Award. This award is in recognition of Outstanding Contributions to High Quality, Person – Centred Care for Older Persons and Breadth of Disciplines Championing Geriatric Social […]
UBTH HONOURED AS BEST HOSPITAL FOR EFFECTIVE SERVICE DELIVERY
The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) is proud to announce its recognition with the prestigious Award of Excellence for Best Hospital in Effective Service Delivery, presented by the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. This honour reflects UBTH’s dedication to compassionate, patient-centred care, responsiveness to the dynamic healthcare landscape, and setting new standards of […]