The House of Representatives Committee on Health has applauded the universality of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, UPTH, on its thrive towards infrastructural growth in the hospital.
This came as the committee on Health Institutions led by its chairman, Dr Patric Umoh visited the facility on Monday 11 August, 2025, for an over site tour to ascertain the level of performance with the 2024 budget allocation to the institution.
Addressing newsmen, Dr. Umoh noted that such oversight functions were critical components of the National Assembly’s mandate, aimed at ensuring transparency, and improved service delivery in government institutions.
He commended the visible improvements and efforts by the hospital management noting that they were impressed by the level of commitment by the leadership of the hospital.
Another member of the House, Mr. Paul Ekpo advised managements of health institutions to be proactive in running health facilities in the country for effective healthcare system and also to prevent japa syndrome.
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On his part the Chief Medical Director UPTH, Professor Henry Ugboma who expressed gratitude for the committee’s visit pledged their continued commitment to delivering quality healthcare services in line with national standards.
Prof Ugboma also used the occasion to advocate the speedy completion of the Government solar power plant in the hospital.
The visit featured an inspection of key hospital departments, including the UPTH Premium and discussions on areas requiring federal government support, especially in infrastructure, manpower, and equipment.
Present on the occasion were other members of the team, management staff of UPTH, including the Chairman Medical Advisory Committee Professor Datonye Alasia and the Medical Director, Federal Medical Center Yenegoa, Bayelsa State Dr James Omietmi.
