31/08/2026
UCTH ROLLS OUT BIOMETRIC CLOCK-IN/CLOCK-OUT SYSTEM: A NEW CHAPTER IN THE PROF. IKPEME LEGACY
Following the circular issued by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare on 13th August, 2026, directing the implementation of a Biometric Clock-In/Clock-Out System under the National Policy on Work Hour Regulation for Health Institutions, the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) had commenced full rollout of the system on August 1, 2026.
Notably, while several institutions nationwide are yet to comply, the UCTH under the leadership of Prof. Ikpeme A. Ikpeme , was among the few institutions who had already taken the lead , reflecting his passion for technology-driven systems and firm support for Federal Government policy.
This marks another milestone in the Prof. Ikpeme Legacy, reaffirming Management's commitment to repositioning UCTH in line with modern healthcare standards.
Management urges all staff to comply fully. Biometric clock-in and clock-out records will serve as the sole recognized evidence of staff attendance for all administrative purposes.