The Chief Medical Director of the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti, Prof. Kayode Olabanji, has dismissed allegations levelled against the hospital’s management by the Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria (MHWUN).

Olabanji described the allegations as unfounded, insisting that there was no truth in claims that members of staff had been denied their salaries and other entitlements.

The CMD, while reacting to the allegations, said every member of staff had received their full salaries between January 2024 and August 2026.

He also addressed concerns over staff promotion, stating that the hospital had consistently conducted promotion exercises as scheduled.

According to him, the 2026 promotion exercise had already been concluded and implemented.Olabanji further dismissed claims of a reduction in workers’ take-home pay following the introduction of the new tax regime, stressing that no member of staff had suffered a reduction in salary as a result.

The EKSUTH boss also commended Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, for his support for the hospital, particularly through increased subventions.He said all funds received by the hospital had been disbursed without unnecessary delay, adding that the governor had continued to demonstrate commitment to the development of the institution.

Olabanji maintained that most of the allegations against the management were without foundation.He assured workers that their welfare remained a major priority of the hospital management.

“Since the salaries are being paid fully, other benefits have also been included. Staff welfare has been taken and will continue to be our top priority at all times,” he said.

The CMD urged members of staff and the public to disregard claims that do not reflect the actual situation at EKSUTH, assuring that management would continue to uphold transparency and prioritise workers’ welfare.