FMC Abuja reacts to viral video of carefree emergency unit staff
Press Release
Preliminary Response by the Management of FMC Abuja on the Online Video at our Emergency Unit
We have been made aware of an online video that negatively depicts our hospital. In response, we have initiated a thorough investigation to uncover the facts surrounding this incident. Our preliminary findings indicate the following:
– The emergency department had an adequate supply of medical consumables, including latex gloves, contrary to the claims made in the video.
This is the video clip that prompted the reaction from the FMC, Abuja:
– Resuscitation equipment and medications were sufficient.
– There was no shortage of patient transfer equipment, including trolleys and wheelchairs.
– Interaction with staff on duty & other stakeholders is currently ongoing
The Hon. Minister of State for Health & Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako has directed a full investigation of the incident which is ongoing. Findings of the investigation will be made available to the public.
The management is committed to providing a full report of our investigation once it is completed. The Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, prides itself on its open-door policy. We have multiple patient feedback channels available, including several phone numbers displayed throughout the hospital, QR codes, and email contacts.
In addition to running a medical indigent fund to assist underprivileged patients with hospital bills, we have successfully treated numerous unconscious patients and safely returned them to their relatives with the help of our social workers.
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Our facility is a hub for specialized procedures such as open-heart surgery, laser surgery, kidney transplants, spine surgery, and other high-end treatments that are not commonly available in most public hospitals.
We apologize for any distress or discomfort caused and want to assure you that we take feedback seriously. We value the trust placed in us and are committed to providing quality care with empathy and compassion. We appreciate the feedback and will work towards improving the quality of our services.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Signed
Obadiah N.K. Gana
Public Relations Officer
For: Medical Director, FMC Abuja
8th June 2025
