NCC Unveils e-Health Project at State Specialist Hospital, Akure, Ondo State
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially commissioned e-Health Project at the State Specialist Hospital, Akure, Ondo State in its efforts to harness the power of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to improve and revolutionise the health sector in Nigeria in a manner that better serves citizens.
Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC in his keynote address at the event, held on Thursday, May 29, 2025 highlighted the critical role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in revolutionizing healthcare delivery across Nigeria.
He stated that the completion of this e-Health Project is a testament to the Nigerian Communications Commission’s commitment to driving innovation, research, and growth in our nation’s digital economy.
“This is two-pronged. First, ICT can better integrate the health sector into the digital economy to enjoy the ubiquity that other sectors of the economy already benefit from. Secondly, healthy citizens contribute better to the digital economy even as they access care from e-health platforms. We thus enhance the quality of medical services and ensure that services are accessible to all, regardless of geographical location, by integrating advanced ICT solutions into healthcare,” Dr. Maida said.
He hinted that he was hopeful that with its successful take-off, the project will further promote the Commission’s drive to speed up the adoption of ICT in the health sector, adding that the implementation of e-health solutions will streamline medical processes, enhance patient care, and facilitate the efficient management of health records.
“With the State Specialist Hospital in Akure now equipped with innovative technology that enables healthcare professionals to deliver timely and accurate diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care, we expect that these will improve patient satisfaction and positive health outcomes. This is because the benefits of this project go beyond the hospital walls to the larger community and set a precedent for other healthcare institutions nationwide, |” he added.
Dr. Maida expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all the stakeholders who have contributed to the realisation of the project for their dedication, expertise, and support that have been instrumental in bringing the vision to life.
