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Board Governance Charter

The framework guiding the governance and operations of the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital Board of Directors

Our Governance Framework

The Board Charter serves as the foundational document outlining the roles, responsibilities, and operating procedures of the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital Board of Directors. This charter was last reviewed and approved on March 15, 2025.

Purpose

The Board exists to provide strategic leadership and governance oversight to ensure the hospital fulfills its mission of delivering exceptional healthcare services, education, and research in alignment with national health policies.

Composition

The Board comprises 9 members including the Chairman appointed by the President, Chief Medical Director, representatives from Federal Ministry of Health, University of Abuja, and distinguished professionals with relevant expertise.

Accountability

The Board is collectively accountable to the Federal Ministry of Health, the Nigerian people, and all stakeholders for the hospital's performance in delivering quality healthcare services and achieving its strategic objectives.

Complete Board Charter Document

Download the full Board Charter document for detailed information about our governance structure and policies.

Download Charter (PDF)

Core Governance Principles

  • Strategic Leadership: Providing clear strategic direction for the hospital
  • Accountability: Ensuring transparent decision-making and reporting
  • Integrity: Maintaining high ethical standards in all operations
  • Stewardship: Responsible management of hospital resources
  • Performance Orientation: Monitoring and evaluating organizational performance
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders

Board Responsibilities

The Board is responsible for:

  • Approving the hospital's strategic plan and monitoring its implementation
  • Setting long-term objectives and key performance indicators
  • Ensuring alignment with national health policies and priorities
  • Reviewing and approving major operational policies

The Board is responsible for:

  • Approving annual budgets and financial plans
  • Monitoring financial performance against budgets
  • Ensuring proper financial controls and risk management
  • Approving major capital expenditures and investments
  • Overseeing the audit process and financial reporting

The Board is responsible for:

  • Ensuring quality healthcare service delivery standards
  • Monitoring clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction
  • Approving quality improvement initiatives
  • Ensuring compliance with accreditation standards
  • Promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement

Board Committees

Committee Chair Responsibilities Meetings
Executive Committee Board Chairman Acts on behalf of the Board between meetings, oversees urgent matters Monthly
Finance & Audit Committee Independent Member Financial oversight, risk management, internal controls Quarterly
Medical Affairs Committee CMD Clinical quality, patient safety, medical staff matters Bi-monthly
Governance Committee Federal Ministry Rep Board effectiveness, governance policies, succession planning Quarterly
Education & Research Committee University Rep Academic programs, research initiatives, training Bi-monthly

Charter Review History

March 2025

Current version approved with updates to committee structures and governance policies

January 2023

Revised to incorporate new Federal Ministry of Health governance guidelines

June 2020

Major revision to align with teaching hospital best practices

August 2017

Initial charter adopted by the Board