FMC JABI CMD, PROF. SAAD AHMED, BAGS CBIAMEC NATIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR PUBLIC HEALTH LEADERSHIP

The Chief Medical Director of Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, Prof. Saad Ahmed, has been conferred with the CBIAMEC National Excellence Award 2026 in the category of Public Health Leadership & Infrastructure Transformation.

The award was presented by the CSOs Budget Implementation Assessment Monitoring and Evaluation Committee, CBIAMEC, following an independent assessment of public sector institutions and their leadership across Nigeria.

According to CBIAMEC, Prof. Ahmed was selected for his “unwavering commitment to accessible, quality healthcare” and for repositioning FMC Jabi as a reference point for tertiary healthcare in the Federal Capital Territory.

The committee cited landmark infrastructural upgrades at the Centre under Prof. Ahmed’s tenure. These include the modernization of clinical facilities, expansion of specialized care units, and deployment of advanced medical equipment.

The upgrades have improved patient outcomes and strengthened public trust in the institution, the committee noted. Staff capacity building and reforms in operational efficiency were also highlighted as key factors in the improved service delivery at the hospital.

“Your leadership consistently reflects professionalism, integrity, and dedication to national development,” CBIAMEC stated in its award notification.

A major factor in the award was the hospital’s financial management. CBIAMEC commended Prof. Ahmed for the “transparent and accountable implementation of allocated funds, in line with national fiscal guidelines,” describing it as a benchmark for public health administration in Nigeria.

The committee said its independent assessment showed a clear link between leadership decisions at FMC Jabi and tangible improvements in infrastructure, service delivery, and patient-centered care.

The presentation took place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Geycci Hall, Hotel 2020, Wuye, Abuja. The event was hosted by the Centre for Peace, Transparency and Accountability and attended by over 100 civil society organizations.

During the ceremony, a video compendium of Prof. Ahmed’s achievements and scorecard at FMC Jabi was played before he was conferred with the CBIAMEC Man of the Year 2026 Meritorious Excellence Award.

Amb. Splendour Agbonkpolor, Chairman of CBIAMEC, said the award was meant to recognize leaders whose work translates policy into tangible impact for Nigerians.

“Your record at FMC Jabi exemplifies the standard of service and innovation we seek to promote nationwide,” he said.

CBIAMEC stated that the recognition serves both as an acknowledgment of Prof. Ahmed’s achievements and as encouragement to sustain the standard of excellence for other public institutions across the country.

Prof. Ahmed has served as Chief Medical Director of FMC Jabi during a period marked by significant infrastructure and service improvements at the facility.