68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital
| 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital | |
|---|---|
| Geography | |
| Location | 10 Hussey Street, Jibowu, Yaba, Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Organisation | |
| Care system | Military/Public |
| Type | Tertiary |
| Affiliated university | Nigerian Army Medical Corps |
| Services | |
| Beds | 150 |
| History | |
| Opened | 1967 |
| Links | |
| Website | Official listing |
| Lists | Hospitals in Nigeria |
68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital (68 NARH) is a tertiary military hospital located in Yaba, Lagos State, Nigeria. Operated by the Nigerian Army Medical Corps, it serves military personnel, their families, veterans, and civilians. It is one of the most prominent military hospitals in Nigeria and plays a vital role in both clinical care and medical logistics.[1]
History
The hospital was established in 1967 during the Nigerian Civil War to provide advanced medical care to wounded soldiers and military personnel. Over the decades, it has evolved into a full-service tertiary hospital with specialized departments and research units. It is part of the broader network of military hospitals under the Nigerian Army Medical Corps.[2]
Location
68 NARH is located at 10 Hussey Street, Jibowu, Yaba, Lagos. The hospital is strategically positioned in a bustling area of Lagos, making it accessible to both military and civilian populations.[1]
Facilities
The hospital is equipped with:
- 150-bed capacity
- Emergency and trauma center
- Radiology department (CT scan, MRI, fluoroscopy)
- Operating theatres
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Dental clinic
- Laboratory and diagnostic services
- Pharmacy
- Prosthetics and orthotics unit
- HIV/AIDS treatment center
- Rehabilitation and physiotherapy center[3]
Services
68 NARH offers a wide range of medical services, including:
- General medicine
- Surgery
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- Pediatrics
- ENT services
- Radiology and imaging
- Mental health and psychiatry
- Preventive medicine
- HIV/AIDS counseling and antiretroviral therapy
- Physiotherapy and rehabilitation[3]
Achievements
In 2023, the hospital received new radiodiagnostic equipment to enhance its imaging capabilities. The Acting Chief Medical Director, Colonel G.S. Ogoh, stated that the upgrade would reduce the need for medical evacuations and improve care for troops and their families.[2]
The hospital has also been recognized for its role in supporting Operation Triple Zero (OTZ), a program aimed at achieving zero missed appointments, zero unsuppressed viral loads, and zero stigma among adolescents living with HIV.[3]
Leadership
68 NARH is managed by the Nigerian Army Medical Corps. As of 2023, the Acting Chief Medical Director is Colonel G.S. Ogoh.[2]
See also
References
- ^ a b Medpages. 68 Nigeria Army Reference Hospital. Retrieved 9 August 2025.
- ^ a b c InfoAboutCompanies. 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital, Lagos. Retrieved 9 August 2025.
- ^ a b c HealthExchange. 68 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital. Retrieved 9 August 2025.