History of ola olu hospital (7)

Official Opening

On December 22, 1972 the new premises of Ola-Olu Hospital with accommodation for thirty-five beds was officially declared open by the then Military Governor of Kwara State,Col. David Bamigboye. In his opening address, the governor commended our efforts and expressed delight over the results so far achieved. The late General Secretary of the Nigerian Baptist Convention the Rev. Dr Emmanuel Ajayi Dahunsi preached the inaugural sermon. In his sermon, Dr Dahunsi enjoined us not only to care for people's bodies but also to accord due cognisance to spiritual needs. That association marked the beginning of our attachment to late Dr Dahunsi, a man of exceptional character qualities which earned him international respect in and outside church circles. Several Obas and Chiefs and distinguished guests witnessed the opening ceremony.