The Benue State University Teaching Hospital (BSUTH) in Makurdi has acquired a state-of-the-art embalming machine, to enhance its mortuary services.
The equipment was officially received by the Chief Medical Director, Dr. Terungwa Stephen Hwande, on Monday, 27th October 2025, at the hospital's mortuary facility.
During the unveiling ceremony, Dr. Hwande expressed his approval of this significant acquisition, characterizing it as a pivotal milestone in the hospital's ongoing efforts to modernize its facilities.
He emphasized the importance of treating the deceased with dignity and respect, in accordance with international best practices.
Consultant Forensic Pathologist, Prof. Babarinde Ojo, along with Mr. John Orban, the Head of the Mortuary Unit, commended the management's commitment to the modernization of mortuary services.
They articulated that this development exemplifies Benue State University Teaching Hospital BSUTH's dedication to comprehensive healthcare service delivery.
The newly obtained machine is reported to offer numerous advantages, including a reduction in health hazards, expedited embalming processes, and extended preservation of corpses. These attributes render it more efficient and safer in comparison to traditional embalming techniques.
Additionally, the representatives highlighted that this equipment is in alignment with the hospital's vision of becoming a leading institution in clinical care, research, and education, while ensuring that post-mortem services adhere to international standards.
Prof. Ojo noted that such machines are scarce in Nigeria, asserting that BSUTH is the first state-owned teaching hospital in the North-Central region to implement this modern embalming technology.
