Kubwa General Hospital Housemanship Review – Salary, Accommodation & Work Experience

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September 15, 2025
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Address: Okitipupa Crescent, Phase 4, Kubwa, Abuja.

Accessibility:
Very easy to locate. You can take a Bolt ride directly to the hospital. Alternatively, take a cab to Phase 3 junction and then a keke or bike to the hospital in Phase 4.


Accommodation

Status: Available
Capacity: Currently houses 10 HOs, with plans to expand.
There are two accommodation options – one inside the hospital and another a few minutes away. The onsite option consists of three 3-bedroom flats. Each flat has a living room and kitchen shared by three occupants.

One room has its own bathroom, while the remaining two share a bathroom (but those rooms are larger).
Each room has a wardrobe, bed, mattress, pillow, table, and chair. Some rooms have AC; the living room has AC.
Kitchen is equipped with a fridge, gas cooker, and plate rack.
Caution fee: None.

Power supply: Generally fair. Power is available from about 8am – 2/3pm, then 7/8pm – 5/6am.

Room assignment: First come, first served. You’re assigned a roommate/flatmate.


Selection Process

No entrance exams after application.
To be called early, follow up regularly. Connections may help but are not compulsory.


Salary & Allowances

Monthly salary: ₦281,000 (recently increased to ₦310,000 for a month, not confirmed to be permanent yet).
Payment date: Month-end or first week of the new month.
Other benefits: Monthly call tickets usable at the two hospital restaurants (rotational basis).


Lifestyle & Location

Located in Phase 4. There are lounges, supermarkets, and it’s easy to get rides to anywhere in Abuja.

Nearby amenities:
• Supermarkets – Bari Pharmacy, Chemozho, Novel (all walkable)
• Restaurants – Jethro (walking distance), many others around Kubwa
• Cinemas – None nearby; nearest is Jabi Lake Mall
• Parks – None in the area


Work Environment

Orientation is informal – you learn from existing HOs on your unit. Ask questions when needed.

Responsibilities:
• Active participation in ward rounds (especially Internal Medicine; Surgery is relatively relaxed).
• Set IV lines, though nurses sometimes assist, especially in A&E.
• Complete post-rounds and enter notes into the system.

Staff Relationship:
Generally friendly and supportive doctors and nurses, though varies by unit.

Key tip: Be visible, responsive, and proactive.


Food Options

• Two restaurants inside the hospital
• Snack/side shops available
• Delivery via Glovo (e.g., Chicken Rep, Ahmad Shawarma, Pizza outlets)

 

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