Hospital: Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH) , Nnewi, Anambra State

NAUTH was established by Anambra State government edict No. 10 of 1988 as Anambra State University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, sharing premises with the then General Hospital, Nnewi.

On June 16, 1990, the General Hospital merged with NAUTH and was officially commissioned on July 19, 1991, by Military Governor Robert Akonobi. In 1992, the hospital was renamed Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH) by the Federal Government under Decree No. 68, in honor of Nnamdi Azikiwe.

NAUTH is the top hospital in Anambra, meaning a higher workload, but valuable exposure and experience if you apply yourself.

🏠 Accommodation

The hospital has dedicated House Officers' quarters, but only 35–40 rooms available.

• Rooms are spacious and comfortable, arranged in two wings (North and East) across three floors.
• Each room comes with a private kitchen, toilet, shower, and sitting room.
• Private accommodation options are within walking distance of the hospital (₦240k–₦400k annually).

⚠️ Downsides:

• Securing a room can be challenging unless you have connections or arrive early.
• Not all rooms have running water and good plumbing, but each floor has shared taps and outdoor water tanks.
• The hospital premises might feel cramped, but you’ll adjust quickly.

✅ Upsides:

• No room-sharing—you have your own private space.
• You can furnish your room as you please (A/C, DSTV, etc.).
• Reliable electricity most of the time.
• Issues with water and power are resolved quickly.

💰 Salary

Same as MDCN.

🎉 Flex & Social Life

• Nnewi is a calm city with a fair cost of living.
• Plenty of lounges, clubs, and eateries for different vibes.
• Awka is an alternative fun spot if you want more variety.
• Three-day weekends due to Monday sit-at-home.

🏥 Orderliness & Workload

• Each department has its own workflow and structure.
• Surgery department has multiple units per specialty, reducing call time.
• One-week leave per posting.
• Most doctors and nurses are nice, and some even help reduce your workload, but expect a few toxic ones.
• A second site for clinics exists, and hospital buses transport doctors there at a low cost.

🍲 Food

• Call food is provided by the hospital.
• Several food joints within and around the hospital.

Dr. Uwakwem Tochukwu(MBBS OKADA 2022)
(HO- NAUTH)