Hospital Review: Afe Babalola University Teaching Hospital (ABUAD), Ado Ekiti

Location & Address

• Address: Ado Ekiti, opposite Federal Polytechnic

• Accessibility: Easy to reach, but drivers often overcharge once they hear “Abuad.” The trick is to tell them you’re going to Federal Poly or “Aba after Federal Poly,” which is just in front of the hospital.

Accommodation

• Status: Available

• Capacity: About 13 house officers. Rooms are self-contained with a parlour. One person per unit.

• Caution Fee: None

Room Features:

• Bedroom: Moderate to large

• Bathroom: Personal (no water heater)

• Parlour: Provided

• Kitchen: Cabinet with shelf, but you’ll buy your own gas, fridge, or microwave

• AC: None

• Furnishing: Bed + mattress (pillow depends on the last occupant)

• Power Supply: Stable

• Roommate System: None

Selection Process

• Mode: Written exam + direct connection.

• Insider Tip: Having a friend already doing housejob there who can recommend you to the CMAC increases your chances.

Salary & Allowances

• Monthly Pay: ₦258,500

• Payment Dates: Between 26th–28th monthly; December is earlier (15th–20th).

• Other Benefits: No call food before, but they were planning to introduce provisions.

Flex & Lifestyle

• Centrality: Life can be quiet if fellow HOs aren’t lively. Most fun comes from get-togethers at Abuad Inn since the road is under construction.

• Nearby Attractions:

  • Nature & Fun: Erin Ijesa Waterfall, Ikogosi Warm Spring, paintballing (a bit far).

  • Restaurants & Hangouts: Asha’s Garden, Delight Hotel.

  • Supermarkets: NAO Supermarket (best), Domino’s supermarket (pricier but good).

• Nightlife: Limited in Ado Ekiti, so most fun comes from HO bonding and small outings.

Work Environment & Orderliness

• Orientation: Usually done by the SHO in your unit.

• Main Responsibilities:

  • IV cannulation

  • NGT insertion

  • Pre-rounds (not strictly enforced)

  • Post-rounds, especially in Internal Medicine

  • Administering anti-cancer drugs only

Staff & Colleagues:

• MOs and consultants are approachable; HOs often work directly with consultants.

• Nurses are generally jovial and cooperative—some even help with IV access when needed.

• Tip: Availability is key. Be responsive, proactive, and willing to learn.

Food Options

• Inside Hospital:

  • Mini canteen at the OnG floor, cheap and tasty but runs out fast.

  • Another restaurant nearby, but pricey and crowded with students.

  • A supermarket and barber shop adjacent to the hospital (after the transit building).

• Outside Hospital:

  • Several cheap and tasty eateries after Abuad Industrial Park or Aba.

  • Abuad Inn offers asun.

  • Plenty of amala spots along Abuad Road.

Key Takeaway

Housemanship at ABUAD Hospital is a balanced experience:

• Comfortable accommodation and stable power.

• Good pay (and early December salary).

• Supportive staff and a fair workload.

• Limited nightlife, but opportunities to bond with fellow HOs.

You’ll enjoy your time if you create your own fun, stay humble, and relate well with seniors—HOs here truly support each other.

 BY Doclumina