15/06/2026
DR. OLUSOLA ADEBISI TAKES OVER AS HEAD OF CLINICAL SERVICES AT FMC ABEOKUTA
Dr. Olusola Adebisi has officially assumed office as the new Head of Clinical Services (HCS) at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, following a formal handing-over ceremony with outgoing HCS, Dr. A.S. Adediran.
The ceremony, held in the HCS office, marked the end of Dr. Adediran’s four-year tenure and the beginning of a new chapter for the hospital’s clinical administration.
In his remarks, Dr. Adediran expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and acknowledged the demands of the role.
“The seat is challenging and the workload is enormous, but I have no doubt that Dr. Adebisi has the capability to hold the position,” he said. He welcomed his successor and called on staff across the hospital to support him to succeed. Dr. Adediran also pledged his continued support and formally handed over the handing-over note and relevant documents.
Responding, Dr. Olusola Adebisi described Dr. Adediran as a mentor and “a good brother” who made the office easy to manage through his simplicity and approach.
“Every good thing that has been said about him is well noted. I pray God helps me to do my best and exceed my predecessor,” he said. “I love FMC so much. I have been here since I was a House Officer, and I want to serve and make it work.”
The event was attended by the Director of Administration, Mr. E.K. Apanisile; Head of Nursing Services, Mrs. A. Fagoyinbo; MDCAN executives; the Chaplain of the Chapel; Dr. Olunuga; Dr. Nathaniel Oni; and other well-wishers.
Speakers at the ceremony highlighted Dr. Adediran’s humility and leadership virtues, offering prayers for his continued success. They also prayed for Dr. Adebisi and urged him to follow his predecessor’s example by listening to staff at all levels.
The ceremony concluded with a closing prayer led by Dr. Jabez Akindipe.
✍️ Olugbemisola Olatunji
Ag. HOD, Information and Public Relations Department.
