National Hospital Abuja
🏥 National Hospital Abuja (NHA)
📝 Overview
The National Hospital Abuja (NHA) is Nigeria’s apex federal referral and teaching hospital. Commissioned on May 22, 1999, it operates under the Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH) and Act 36 of 1999. With a capacity of 850+ beds, NHA provides advanced tertiary care, medical education, and clinical research. Originally established as the National Hospital for Women and Children, it has expanded into a premier multi‑specialty institution serving Nigeria and the West African sub‑region.
Leadership: Chief Medical Director – Prof. Muhammad Raji Mahmud
🏛️ Key Medical Departments & Services
- 🚑 National Trauma Centre: 24/7 emergency trauma management, surgical critical care
- ☢️ Radiotherapy & Nuclear Medicine: Linear accelerators, brachytherapy, radioisotope diagnostics
- 👩👩👧 IVF & Reproductive Medicine: Assisted reproductive technology (ART), advanced gynecology
- 🔪 Surgery & Sub‑Specialties: Neurosurgery, cardiothoracic, pediatric, plastic/reconstructive, orthopedic
- ❤️ Internal Medicine & Cardiology: ICU, nephrology, dialysis, gastroenterology
- 👶 Pediatrics & Neonatology: NICU, pediatric emergency, child healthcare
- 👩🍼 Obstetrics & Gynecology: Maternal care, high‑risk pregnancy, labor wards
🏢 Specialized Units & Facilities
| Unit / Department | Facility Focus | Key Services |
|---|---|---|
| National Trauma Centre | Emergency & Trauma Complex | Level‑1 trauma response, ICU, surgical resuscitation |
| Oncology & Radiotherapy Unit | Cancer Care | Radiation therapy, chemotherapy, nuclear medicine |
| IVF & Assisted Reproduction Centre | Fertility Health | IVF procedures, embryo storage, fertility testing |
| Pathology & Laboratory Division | Diagnostics | Histopathology, microbiology, hematology, chemical pathology |
📞 Official Contact Information & Hours
- Address: Plot 132, Central Business District (Phase II), Ali Muhammad Zarah Street, PMB 425, Garki, Abuja, FCT
- Emergency & Inpatient: 24/7
- Outpatient Clinics: Mon–Fri (8:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
- Appointment Center: Mon–Fri (8:30 AM – 8:00 PM), Sat–Sun (8:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Telephone Contacts:
- General Enquiries: +234 809 752 0012, +234 903 009 7889
- Appointment Desk: +234 706 563 3018
- Admission Enquiries: +234 806 255 6177
Email: contact@nationalhospital.gov.ng Website: nationalhospital.gov.ng
📄 Documents & Sources
- Key Documents: NHA Service Charter, Act 36 of 1999 (Federal Establishment)
- Sources:
- Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH) Registry
- National Hospital Abuja Official Portal
- NTA Broadcast Archives (1999 Commissioning, 2026 Updates)
🧩 Short Summary
National Hospital Abuja: Nigeria’s apex federal referral hospital established in 1999. Located in Abuja’s Central Business District, this 850‑bed tertiary facility features a National Trauma Centre, advanced radiotherapy, IVF care, and 24/7 multi‑specialty emergency services.