By Aliyu Bala Gerengi, Gombe
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has congratulated Professor Faruk Buba, an indigene of the state, on his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH).
In a statement issued by the Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe, Ismaila Uba Misilli, the governor described the appointment as a well-deserved recognition of Professor Buba’s contributions to medical practice, academic excellence, research and healthcare administration.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya expressed confidence that the new CMD would bring his wealth of professional experience and administrative expertise to bear on the management of the tertiary healthcare institution.
The governor also commended President Tinubu for the appointment and acknowledged the role of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, in the process.
He said Gombe State was proud of Professor Buba’s achievement, noting that his contributions to medical education, specialist training and healthcare delivery had earned him recognition within and beyond the academic community.
Professor Buba is a Professor of Cardiology and Internal Medicine at the University of Maiduguri and an honorary consultant at UMTH.
He has served the hospital in several capacities, including Deputy Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee (Clinical), Director of the hospital’s ICT Centre and Head of the Department of Internal Medicine.
With extensive experience in clinical practice, medical education and hospital administration, Professor Buba has contributed to the training of medical professionals and the advancement of specialist healthcare services.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya expressed optimism that his appointment would further strengthen healthcare delivery, improve medical training and research, and enhance the efficiency of the hospital.
The governor assured the new CMD of the support and solidarity of the government and people of Gombe State, while wishing him a successful and impactful tenure.
He urged Professor Buba to regard the appointment as an opportunity to deepen his contributions to the health sector and make a lasting impact on patients, medical professionals and the Nigerian society at large.
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