“UCH Denies Claims of Generator-Powered Wards”
The University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, has strongly denied reports suggesting that patients are providing power for the hospital’s wards through generating sets.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the hospital’s spokesperson, Mrs. Funmi Adetuyibi, described the allegations as “false and unfounded.” According to Adetuyibi, the claims were based on misleading information, with reports displaying low-capacity generators that are not used by the hospital.
“There is no credibility in that report; the malice and misrepresentation are depicted in the several low-capacity generators displayed by the writer. UCH does not operate these mini generators,” Adetuyibi clarified. “Management wishes to reassure the general public that this is a deliberate and malicious misrepresentation of the facts.”
Adetuyibi further explained that while the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) had disconnected the hospital from the power grid on October 27 due to accumulated debts, the hospital has made significant efforts to ensure continuous electricity supply for critical services. She noted that despite the disconnection, the hospital continues to prioritize its core functions of clinical care, research, and training.
“Management is working around the clock to provide alternative and sustainable power to the hospital,” she added. “We have since implemented a phased approach, which includes the installation of alternative energy solutions such as solar inverters and diesel-powered generators, particularly in critical units like the wards, accident and emergency departments, labor wards, and theaters.”
The UCH management is committed to ensuring that patient care remains unaffected by any power interruptions and continues to explore long-term solutions to meet its energy needs.
