As part of our unwavering commitment to improving access to quality healthcare and bringing essential medical services closer to the people, the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) will be conducting a Free Medical Outreach at the Comprehensive Health Centre (CHC), Udo, from 11th – 13th August 2026. This outreach is designed to provide residents […]
RESTORING VISION TRANSFORMING LIVES
The Department of Ophthalmology, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, invites members of the public to the Professor O.T. Edema Legacy Cataract Free Outreach Programme, organized to commemorate Professor O.T. Edema’s 70th Birthday and Retirement. This outreach aims to restore sight and improve the quality of life for individuals living with cataracts through free screenings and […]
DISCLAIMER NOTICE
The attention of the Management of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) has been drawn to the existence of a fake and unauthorized Facebook account impersonating the Chief Medical Director, Prof. (Mrs.) Idia Nibokun Ize-Iyamu. We wish to categorically state that this account is fraudulent and does not represent the person, office, or views […]
UBTH Marks World Hearing Day with Community Outreach in Iyowa
Today, Wednesday, 25th February 2026, as part of activities lined up to commemorate World Hearing Day 2026, the Department of Ear, Nose, Throat, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, carried out a community outreach at Iyowa Primary School, Iyowa. With the theme, “From Communities to Classroom: Hearing Care for All Children,” the […]
Advancing Cancer Awareness: UBTH Commemorates World Cancer Day 2026
The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), under the leadership of the Chief Medical Director, Prof. Idia Nibokun Ize-Iyamu, in collaboration with the Medical Women Association of Nigeria (MWAN), Edo State, and OCF Foundation, commemorated World Cancer Day 2026 from Monday, 2nd February to Thursday, 5th February 2026, in alignment with the global theme “United […]
PUBLIC DISCLAIMER ON FAKE ADMISSION LETTERS
The Management of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) College of Nursing alerts the public, applicants, parents, and guardians that fraudulent individuals are circulating fake “Offer of Provisional Admission” letters claiming to be from UBTH. The sample currently in circulation is not issued by UBTH. All genuine admission notifications are released only through official UBTH portals […]
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) 2025
Theme: ACT NOW: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future Today marks the beginning of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) 2025, and the Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee, UBTH joins the global call to strengthen actions that prevent and control antimicrobial resistance (AMR). AMR remains a major threat to global health, reducing the effectiveness of antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals […]
WORLD DIABETES DAY 2025
Join the Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Unit, UBTH as we mark this year’s World Diabetes Day with the theme: “Diabetes and the Workplace” Date: Friday, 14th November, 2025 Time: 8:00 AM Venue: UBTH Field, beside the main exit gate This year’s theme sheds light on the importance of creating healthier, more supportive workplaces for people […]
Workshop on Infection Prevention and Control Best Practices in Environmental Cleaning and Waste Management
Today, the Department of Nursing Services, UBTH hosted a one-day capacity-building workshop on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Best Practices in Environmental Cleaning and Waste Management. The session which was delivered by the Chair, Infection Prevention and Control Committee, Dr Esohe Ogboghodo, aimed at strengthening institutional adherence to global IPC standards. Given the persistent challenge […]
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 […]