24/12/2025
State Specialist Hospital, Ondo Holds Grand 2025 Christmas Carol Service
State Specialist Hospital, Ondo, on Tuesday held its 2025 Christmas celebration in grand style, as management and staff gathered for the hospital’s annual Christmas carol service filled with songs of praise, dancing, and thanksgiving to God.
The event, which took place within the hospital premises, provided an opportunity for staff to reflect on the year’s achievements and express gratitude for God’s guidance and protection throughout the year.
Speaking at the occasion, the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Dr. Adeola Akintade, thanked God for His mercy and faithfulness to the hospital and its workforce. He described the year as a remarkable one and commended members of staff for their dedication, resilience, and continued support for the hospital’s management.
Dr. Akintade urged staff to remain diligent, committed, and united in the coming year, stressing that teamwork and cooperation are vital to the hospital’s growth and effective service delivery. According to him, the progress recorded so far is a product of collective effort and shared responsibility.
The CMD also expressed appreciation to the Ondo State Governor, His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, for his unwavering support to the hospital, especially following its commencement as a State Specialist Hospital in 2025. He noted that the governor’s interventions and commitment to the health sector have contributed significantly to the hospital’s development.
Dr. Akintade further assured staff that management would continue to recognize and appreciate their hard work and dedication, adding that staff welfare remains a priority of the hospital’s leadership.
The Christmas carol service was attended by several dignitaries and senior health officials, including the Chief Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC) of the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital, Prof. Akinbodewa; the Head of Nursing Services (HNS), UNIMED, Mrs. Ajetunmobi; the Hospital Secretary, Mr. Ogunmodede Emmanuel; the Hospital Accountant, Mr. Adeleye Adekunle; and the Hospital Auditor, Mrs. Akande Aderounke, alongside other members of the hospital management team.
The event ended on a joyful note, as staff members shared goodwill messages, reinforcing the spirit of unity, gratitude, and hope for a more productive year ahead.