NMSH Abuja joyfully welcomed its first baby of 2026, marking a beautiful and symbolic beginning to the new year. At exactly 3:39 a.m. on Thursday, 1st January 2026, a healthy baby girl was delivered at the hospital, bringing smiles, gratitude, and renewed hope to both the family and the medical team on duty.

The baby girl, Ummulkhairi Alkasim, was born weighing 2.7 kg and arrived safely under the attentive care of NMSH’s dedicated healthcare professionals. Both mother and child are reported to be in good health, a testament to the hospital’s commitment to quality, compassionate, and patient-centered care.

The proud mother, Hafsat Abubakar, and father, Jibril Alkasim, expressed joy and gratitude as they welcomed their daughter at the very start of the year, a meaningful moment for their family and the hospital community.

This landmark birth not only celebrates new life but also reinforces NMSH Abuja’s role as a trusted center of excellence in maternal and child healthcare. As the first cry of a newborn ushered in 2026 within its walls, the hospital looks forward to a year filled with many more safe deliveries, healthy families, and impactful medical milestones.