The Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital (MAUTH), Yola, has successfully discharged a pair of conjoined twins after they were separated through surgery carried out by its medical team.
At a discharge ceremony held on Saturday, the Chief Medical Director of the hospital, Prof. Bakari Girei Adamu, described the achievement as a major milestone worth celebrating. He noted that the entire surgical team involved in the operation were Nigerians and staff of the hospital.
He said the success shows the strength of local medical expertise within MAUTH, adding that the hospital’s goal is to make Yola a leading centre for medical care where people can receive treatment without needing to travel outside the region or the country.
Also speaking at the event, a former Chief Medical Director of the hospital and now traditional ruler, Dr Aliyu Damburam, the Ptil Madagali, said the successful operation further proves that MAUTH is becoming a strong centre for advanced healthcare services.
He recalled that this was the sixth time the hospital has successfully separated conjoined twins since 2013, noting that such achievements are helping to reduce the need for Nigerians to seek medical treatment abroad.
The lead surgeon for the operation, Prof. Auwal Muhammad Abubakar, who is also a former Chief Medical Director of the hospital, said the successful outcome demonstrates that Nigeria has skilled medical professionals capable of handling complex surgeries when given proper training and equipment.
According to reports, the twins—Hassan and Hussain—were separated on March 9 and had since been under careful post-surgery observation and care before their discharge.
The children, who were brought from Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State, received all medical services, including surgery and aftercare, free of charge. The treatment was supported by the hospital management, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), and other partners.