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UNIMED staff receives prestigious JHPIEGO award for excellence in clinical mentorship. The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo, has celebrated the recognition of one of its distinguished staff members, Dr. Mrs. Mercy Olufunke Iwaola, who has been honoured with a prestigious award by Johns Hopkins Program for International Education in Gynecology and Obstetrics (JHPIEGO) for her outstanding contributions to healthcare workforce development and clinical mentorship in Ondo State. The award was presented by the President and Chief Executive Officer of JHPIEGO, Dr. Allyson Bear, during the AMPLI End-of-Project Dissemination Event (Accelerating Measurable Progress and Leveraging Investments for Postpartum Hemorrhage Impact) organised by the Ondo State Ministry of Health in collaboration with JHPIEGO on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Deja Vu Hotel & Suites, Akure. The event brought together government officials, healthcare professionals, development partners and other stakeholders to celebrate the achievements and impact of the AMPLI project in strengthening healthcare delivery across Ondo State. Dr. Iwaola received the award in recognition of her exceptional service as a Clinical Mentor (Master Trainer), acknowledging her outstanding commitment to capacity building, mentorship and excellence in clinical practice, all of which contributed significantly to the successful implementation of the AMPLI project. The recognition further underscores the quality of the University's academic and professional workforce and reinforces UNIMED's commitment to excellence in medical education, research, clinical practice and community service. Reacting to the honour, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, Professor Ebunoluwa Adejuyigbe, congratulated Dr. Iwaola on the well-deserved recognition, describing the award as a testament to her dedication, professionalism and unwavering commitment to improving healthcare delivery. Professor Adejuyigbe noted that the recognition reflects the calibre of professionals at UNIMED and the University's growing reputation as a centre of excellence in medical and health sciences education. "This prestigious recognition is not only a personal achievement for Dr. Iwaola but also a proud moment for the entire University community. It affirms the quality, diligence and impact of its staff in advancing healthcare beyond the walls of the University. "I congratulate Dr. Iwaola on this remarkable feat and encourage all members of staff to remain committed to excellence in their respective fields. Let this recognition inspire us all to continue to uphold the core values of UNIMED and keep flying the flag of our great University even higher through impactful service, innovation and professional distinction," the Vice-Chancellor said. The University commended JHPIEGO and the Ondo State Ministry of Health for recognising excellence and for their continued commitment to strengthening the capacity of healthcare professionals through impactful partnerships and interventions.

NGO partners Ondo to tackle maternal mortality. June 25, 2026 9:37 am A Non-Governmental Organisation, Jhpiego Global, has partnered with the Ondo State Government to reduce maternal mortality and improve the health of mothers and newborns during and after childbirth. The President and Chief Executive Officer of Jhpiego, Dr Allyson Bear, stated this in Akure on Wednesday at the end of a meeting on the Postpartum Haemorrhage project in Ondo State. Bear said the organisation remained committed to promoting maternal survival across Africa through innovative interventions and partnerships with governments and other stakeholders. She recalled that the project, which began in 2014 and was piloted in Ondo and Kebbi states, had demonstrated how Jhpiego could collaborate with state and national governments to improve healthcare delivery and advance maternal health. "In this particular case, we're talking about maternal survival. We are making sure that our women, that our mothers are able to have a healthy pregnancy, have a healthy child, and Jhpiego is very proud to be a part of that, to be able to bring innovative and new practices to places like Ondo State, to be able to support efforts to reduce maternal mortality and make sure women thrive," Bean said. Bear explained that the organisation had trained healthcare workers, ensured the availability of essential medicines and commodities in health facilities, and supported efforts to improve maternal healthcare services. She added that Jhpiego had also renovated health facilities to provide safer and more conducive environments for women seeking care during pregnancy and childbirth. According to her, the organisation will continue to work with governments and other stakeholders to ensure that no woman dies unnecessarily during childbirth. The Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, represented by his Special Adviser on Health Matters, Prof Simidele Odimayo, described Jhpiego as a valuable partner in tackling postpartum haemorrhage through implementation research. He noted that postpartum haemorrhage remained a leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality in low-income countries. Aiyedatiwa said the state government was committed to improving maternal health through its "OUR EASE" agenda, including strengthening the state's health insurance scheme for both formal and informal sector workers. He explained that indigent women were being enrolled in the state's "Abiyamo" health insurance scheme at no cost to ensure financial constraints do not prevent them from accessing healthcare services. "Dedicated phone numbers have been made available to the public to make calls and get help immediately to the nearest health facility. "In combating the third delay, huge investments have been made in the health sector, as renovation and equipping of health facilities is currently ongoing while also recruiting different cadres of the health workforce," he stated. Discover more Nigerian politics coverage Nigerian business news Newspaper e-paper According to him, retired doctors and nurses have also been re-engaged to bridge gaps in human resources within the state's healthcare system. Postpartum haemorrhage, excessive bleeding after childbirth, remains one of the leading causes of maternal deaths globally, accounting for about 70,000 deaths annually, according to the World Health Organisation.

Submit cvs - new recruitment at Jhpiego Nigeria (5 positions). Recruitment & Staffing We have started building our professional LinkedIn page. Follow * Company: Jhpiego Nigeria * Location: Nigeria * State: Abuja Jobs - Ebonyi Jobs - Kebbi Jobs * Job type: Full-Time * Job category: Graduates Jobs in Nigeria Discover more Compensation & Benefits Jhpiego, an Affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is a global leader in improving healthcare services for women and their families. We are recruiting to fill the following positions below: 1. Monitoring and evaluation assistant. Location: Kebbi 2. Organizational capacity assessment and capacity index survey trainer for State health agencies. Location: Abuja 3. Consultant for facilitation of quality MNCH + nutrition + immunization SMART advocacy training. Location: Kebbi 4. Facilitator (leadership and management training for public health programs). Locations: Kebbi and Ebonyi Nigeria job market 5. Quality improvement (QI) technical associate. Location: Abuja Application Closing Date Not Specified. Discover more Sponsored job posts Geographic Reference CV upload service