Divine Specialist Consults has officially opened its doors in Rayfield, Jos, bringing advanced medical diagnostic and eyecare services closer to the community. The launch event featured free medical tests and eyecare services, including issuing of eye glasses to deserving beneficieries allowing residents of Rayfield and the state at large to access quality healthcare and experience the facility’s services firsthand.
The newly established medical diagnostic and eyecare center is equipped to provide a wide range of specialized services, including General Laboratory tests, Histopathology, Cytology, FNAC, Immunohistochemistry, Hormonal Assay, tumour markers and comprehensive eye care services. This initiative aims to improve healthcare accessibility and promote early diagnosis and treatment in the region.
Speaking during the official launch, MLS. Ibiwumi Akinwale, Head of Technical Unit and Technical Specialist, shared the journey that led to the establishment of the facility. She explained that the vision began six years ago at the former Potters Specialist Hospital in Miango Junction, starting small with limited resources and few clients.
“Today, by the grace of God, what started small has become a testimony of faith, perseverance, and service, and a center dedicated to improving health outcomes for our community.”
Akinwale highlighted the critical role of specialized services such as histopathology, immunohistochemistry, tumour markers, cancer screening and hormonal assays in providing early and accurate diagnosis. She also emphasized that histology test results at the center are delivered within 48 to 72 hours, ensuring timely interventions, in line with globally recommended turnaround time, especially for life-threatening conditions like cancer. For other routine tests, your results are gotten immediately so that trratment decisions can be taken immediately
She explained that what sets Divine Specialist Consults apart is its comprehensive range of services and commitment to excellence, integrity, and compassionate client centered care, and the healing that comes from treatments based on our results
Also speaking at the launch, Mr Madugu Bwebum, the Administrative and logistics Officer, highlighted the importance of efficient management in delivering quality healthcare services. He explained that behind the laboratory and clinical services, strong administrative processes ensure that patients receive timely and reliable care and attention
Bwebum noted that the center’s success is a result of teamwork and collaboration, emphasizing that every staff member, from the CEO, pathologists, laboratory scientists, other technical and administrative personnel, play vital roles in maintaining high standards of service.
He assured the community that the facility is committed not only to providing advanced medical services but also to creating a welcoming and patient-focused environment. According to him, the administrative framework is designed to support continuous growth, efficiency, and excellence in healthcare delivery.
The Senior Pastor of Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) Headquarters offered a prayer for the facility, services, founders and staff during the official launch, asking for God’s guidance, protection, and blessings over their work. He prayed that Divine Specialist Consults would grow in excellence, serve the community and state faithfully, and continue to be a source of healing, hope, and divine favor.
Delivering a goodwill message, Prof. Barnabas Mandong, Consultant Pathologist at JUTH, and former Commissioner of health, Plateau state, commended the founders of Divine Specialist Consults for their vision and perseverance. He encouraged them to continue providing high-quality, patient-centered care, foster strong collaboration with staff, and uphold integrity and compassion, describing their work as a divine service to the community and a foundation for growth.
Dr. Shem Yilleng, Managing Director of The Potters Specialist Hospital, applauded the founders for their dedication and innovative approach to medical services. He encouraged them to continue expanding and introducing advanced diagnostics like immunohistochemistry, expressing confidence that with perseverance, the facility will grow to become a leading center in both pathology and ophthalmology.
Prof. Matilda Banwat, Representative of the Rayfield Zonal Fellowship of COCIN, commended the founders of Divine Specialist Consults for their dedication, skill, and generous service to humanity. She expressed happiness on behalf of the zone and prayed that they continue to experience God’s amazing grace in this important healthcare endeavor.
Chief Monday ES Maliu, landlord of Bwehbum Plaza, congratulated the founders of Divine Specialist Consults and wished them success in their endeavor.
He reflected on the importance of helping others, recalling the support he once received from the founders’ family, and encouraged the team to continue their work with sincerity, love, and dedication, trusting that God will bless their efforts and guide future growth, including the vision of establishing an even bigger hospital.
Concluding the goodwill messages, Mr. Daniel Davou Pam, community leader of Lohwol Gut, Rayfield, expressed gratitude to the founders of Divine Specialist Consults for bringing quality healthcare to the community.
He prayed for God’s guidance and blessings over the founder, their families, and staff, and encouraged them to consider affordable services for those in need, while hoping that the facility will continue to grow into an even larger hospital in the future.
On behalf of the CEO, Dr Abimbola Mashor, a consultant ophthalmologist thanked everyone for attending the event and for benefiting from the free medical diagnostic and eyecare services.
Plateau State Governor Caleb Muftwang has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the dualisation of the road linking Plateau to Taraba.
Mr Mutfwang commended the president in a statement by the Director of Press and Public Affairs to governor, Dr Gyang Bere, on Sunday in Jos.
Mr Tinubu recently approved the dualisation of the road linking Mararaban Jama’a–Pankshin–Langtang–Shendam in Plateau to river Ibi in Taraba.
Mr Mutfwang described the landmark project as a historic intervention aimed at unlocking the economic potential of Plateau State.
He added that the project would strengthen regional integration and improve the quality of life of Plateau people and Nigerians in general.
Mr Mutfwang further said that the project clearly demonstrates Mr Tinubu’s commitment to inclusive national development and determination to bridge infrastructure gaps across the country.
He argued that the project would ensure smooth movement of goods and services, reduce transportation costs and boost agricultural production.
“It will also boost commerce, attract investments, promote tourism and enhance social and economic interactions across the region. This is not just about the construction of a road; it is about restoring hope, expanding economic opportunities, creating jobs and opening up rural communities.
“It will accelerate the development of the North-Central and North-East corridors. It is a project that will positively impact generations to come,” Bere quoted Mutfwang as saying.
The governor equally commended the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who also lobbied for the project.
Mr Mutfwang particularly thanked Mr Yilwatda for his strategic engagement and commitment to the development of Plateau State at all times.
He also praised the Minister of Works, David Umahi, for his dedication, professionalism and determination in driving the Renewed Hope infrastructure agenda across the country.
The governor called on the residents of Plateau Stare to support the transformative agenda of the president, aimed at ensuring a better Nigeria for all.
Former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, has attributed the defeat of president Bola Tinubu in Lagos State in the 2023 general elections to the weaponization of Muslim-Muslim ticket against him.
Obanikoro said this in an interview on the ‘Mic On podcast’ hosted by a Channels Television journalist, Seun Okinbaloye.
According to him, it was not Peter Obi that defeated President Tinubu in Lagos, it was how the Muslim-Muslim ticket.
“Let me tell you, what defeated us in Lagos was the Muslim-Muslim ticket, not Peter Obi. People were afraid because they didn’t know what Tinubu’s presidency will look like.
“People thought it was a situation where the Christian in Nigeria would be relegated, and that has been defeated because Tinubu is a Muslim, but he is not a religious bigot that will carry one religion over another.
“His wife is a pastor. His son, Seyi is a Christian. He was born a Muslim. He became a Christian. Most of the people in his cabinet are Christians,” he said.