What We Delivered

Minjirya Health Services Limited was awarded a comprehensive turnkey contract to completely transform Ahmed Sani Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital into a modern, world-class healthcare facility. This project represented one of the largest hospital upgrade initiatives in Northwestern Nigeria, encompassing construction, equipment supply, installation, training, and digital transformation.

Complete Healthcare Facility Transformation and Equipment Upgrade

Project Name: Ahmed Sani Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital Comprehensive Upgrade and Modernization Project
Client: Zamfara State Government
Start Date: 01/01/2020
Completion Date: 01/06/2021
Contract Value: ₦2.8 Billion
Project Manager: Eng. Abdullahi Sulaiman (Principal Engineer - Biomedical)
Client Representative: Dr. Abdullahi Muhammad (Chief Medical Director)

PROJECT SCOPE & DELIVERABLES

CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE

Obstetrics & Gynecology (O&G) Complex

New 3-story building (2,500 sqm)
24-bed capacity with modern delivery suites
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Operating theaters with latest surgical equipment
Patient recovery wards with family accommodation

Radiology Complex

Purpose-built imaging center (1,800 sqm)
Lead-lined rooms for CT scan and X-ray equipment
Digital imaging infrastructure
Patient waiting and preparation areas
Radiologist reporting stations

Laboratory Complex

Multi-disciplinary laboratory facility (1,200 sqm)
Clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology sections
Blood bank and transfusion services
Quality control and research areas
Specimen collection and processing centers

Staff Quarters

40-unit residential complex for medical staff
Modern amenities and utilities
Recreation facilities
Parking and security infrastructure

Infrastructure Development

5km internal road network
Drainage and sewerage systems
Electrical power distribution (backup generators)
Water treatment and supply systems
Comprehensive landscaping

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT SUPPLY & INSTALLATION

Radiology Equipment

64-slice CT Scanner (Mindray uCT 760)
Digital X-ray system with DR panels
Mobile ultrasound units (3 units)
Mammography equipment
C-arm fluoroscopy system
PACS (Picture Archiving Communication System)

Laboratory Equipment

Automatic chemistry analyzer (300 tests/hour)
Hematology analyzer with CBC capabilities
Electrolyte analyzer
Microscopes and centrifuges
Blood bank refrigeration systems
Laboratory information management system (LIMS)

Operating Room Equipment

3 complete OR suites with equipment
Operating tables (hydraulic and electric)
Surgical lights (LED shadowless)
Anesthesia machines (3 units)
Patient monitors
Suction units and cautery machines

Obstetrics & Pediatric Equipment

Infant incubators (8 units)
Neonatal CPAP systems
Phototherapy units
CTG machines for fetal monitoring
Delivery beds and surgical instruments

General Hospital Equipment

Patient beds (120 units)
Wheelchairs and patient transport equipment
Nurses’ stations and medical carts
Sterilization equipment
Emergency crash carts

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) System

Complete hospital management system
Patient registration and scheduling
Clinical documentation
Pharmacy and inventory management
Billing and financial management
Integration with diagnostic equipment

Network Infrastructure

Hospital-wide WiFi network
Fiber optic backbone
Server room with backup systems
Cybersecurity implementation

Help desk and IT support

TRAINING & CAPACITY BUILDING

Technical Training Programs

45 healthcare staff trained on new equipment
12 biomedical technicians certified
IT staff trained on EMR system
Ongoing support and refresher courses

Training Categories:

Equipment operation and maintenance
Digital systems and EMR usage
Quality assurance protocols
Safety and infection control
Emergency procedures

PROJECT CHALLENGES & SOLUTIONS

Challenge 1: Remote Location Logistics

Issue:Gusau’s remote location complicated equipment delivery
Solution:Established temporary logistics hub with secure storage and coordinated multi-modal transport

Challenge 2: Local Skill Gap

Issue:Limited local technical expertise for advanced equipment
Solution:Comprehensive training program and deployment of Minjirya engineers for extended support period

Challenge 3: Power Infrastructure

Issue:Unreliable power supply for sensitive medical equipment
Solution:Installed comprehensive backup power systems with automatic transfer switches and UPS systems

Challenge 4: Timeline Pressures

Issue:Tight 18-month deadline for massive scope
Solution:Parallel execution of construction and equipment procurement with dedicated project management team

PROJECT OUTCOMES & IMPACT

Measurable Results:

Patient Capacity:Increased from 80 to 200 beds
Diagnostic Capability:300% increase in diagnostic procedures per day
Staff Efficiency:40% reduction in patient processing time
Emergency Response:24/7 capability with modern equipment
Revenue Generation:250% increase in hospital revenue

Quality Improvements:

Joint Commission International (JCI) readiness achieved
WHO standard compliance for infection control
Digital health record implementation (95% paperless)
Reduced patient waiting times by 60%
Improved patient satisfaction scores (85% positive feedback)

Community Impact:

Serves population of 500,000+ in Zamfara State
Reduced need for medical tourism to Abuja/Lagos
Created 120 new healthcare jobs
Enhanced medical education opportunities
Improved maternal and child mortality rates

Real Impact. Real Feedback.

“The transformation of our hospital by Minjirya Health Services has been nothing short of remarkable. They didn’t just supply equipment; they built us a completely new future. The level of professionalism, technical expertise, and ongoing support has exceeded all our expectations. Our patients now receive world-class care right here in Gusau.”

– Dr. Abdullahi Muhammad, Chief Medical Director
Ahmed Sani Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital

PROJECT TEAM

Minjirya Team:

Project Director:Mustapha Hussaini Falaki (MD/CEO)
Project Manager:Nura Adamu Kibiya (General Manager)
Technical Lead: Abdullahi Sulaiman
Construction Manager: Ibrahim Musa
IT Specialist:Muhammad Sani Isma’il
Training Coordinator:Yusuf Femi Ismaila

External Partners:

Architectural Design:Konsult Design Associates, Abuja
Construction Partner:Zayyana Construction Company
Equipment Suppliers:Mindray, SonoScape, Agfa Healthcare

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