BREAKING: FADUYILE BACKS PUSH FOR FEDERAL MEDICAL FACILITY IN ONDO SOUTH, ENGAGES IKALE TEAM ON SUNSHINE MEDICAL CITY

FADUYILE BACKS PUSH FOR FEDERAL MEDICAL FACILITY IN ONDO SOUTH, ENGAGES IKALE TEAM ON SUNSHINE MEDICAL CITY

...Says Ondo South Deserves Federal Medical Facility, Senator Faduyile Tells Ikale Delegation

Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Prof. Dayo Faduyile, OON, has reiterated his commitment to attracting a major federal health institution to the district, assuring stakeholders that efforts to secure either a Federal Medical Centre or a University of Health Sciences remain part of his legislative priorities.

Faduyile gave the assurance when a delegation of the Sunshine Medical City Project (SMCP), an initiative promoted by Ikale stakeholders, visited him at the National Assembly Complex on Monday, October 19, 2026, to discuss healthcare development and the proposed medical city project.

The delegation was led by the Chairman of the project’s Board of Trustees, Chief Akin Arikawe, OON, and the project convener, Prince Patrick Orimisan Adelokiki.

During the meeting, the team raised concerns over the absence of a federal health facility in Ondo South Senatorial District, arguing that the area’s population and healthcare needs justified the establishment of a major federal medical institution.

The delegation compared the situation with the availability of federal and tertiary healthcare institutions in other parts of Ondo State, including the Federal Medical Centre in Owo and the Federal University of Technology, Akure, where the university operates its teaching hospital. It called for greater attention to healthcare infrastructure in the southern senatorial district.

Adelokiki appealed to Faduyile to use his position in the National Assembly to follow up on the proposed Federal Medical Centre at Ajagba, which he said had reached an advanced stage of legislative consideration, including a public hearing.

He also commended the senator for what he described as notable legislative efforts during his first 100 days in office, expressing confidence that sustained engagement could help advance healthcare development in the district.

Speaking on the Sunshine Medical City Project, Adelokiki described the initiative as a major development concept designed to complement government efforts in improving access to medical services across Ondo State. He said the project could contribute to the state’s healthcare capacity if successfully developed.

In his response, Faduyile expressed appreciation to Arikawe, whom he acknowledged as a respected elder and supporter of development initiatives in Ikale land. He also commended Adelokiki for championing the Sunshine Medical City concept.

The senator, however, stressed that establishing a large medical facility was only one part of the process, noting that its long-term sustainability, management and ability to deliver lasting benefits would require careful planning.

He maintained that healthcare projects of such scale must be supported by a clear vision for effective operation and continuity to ensure they serve the public over the long term.

Faduyile also acknowledged the concerns raised over the lack of a federal health institution in Ondo South, reaffirming his interest in securing either a Federal Medical Centre or a University of Health Sciences for the district during the tenure of the 10th National Assembly.

The engagement highlights ongoing calls by stakeholders for increased investment in healthcare infrastructure in Ondo South, alongside private and community-driven initiatives such as the Sunshine Medical City Project.

While the proposed federal medical facility and Sunshine Medical City remain distinct initiatives, stakeholders say both reflect the need to expand healthcare access, improve medical services and support development across the district.

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