πŸ“ UNICAL Hotel Road, Off Airport Road, Calabar | Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
πŸ“ž 08066722346 | βœ‰οΈ info@ucthcalabar.gov.ng | Webmail β†—
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Administrative Department

Legal Services

0 Staff Managed
1980 Established
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Department Contact

University of Calabar Teaching Hospital
Calabar, Cross River State

πŸ“ž 08066722346
βœ‰οΈ hr@ucthcalabar.gov.ng
Our Mandate

Managing People, Powering Healthcare

The Department of Legal Services at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) plays a crucial role in providing legal support to the hospital's operations. This department is responsible for managing the hospital's legal affairs, ensuring that all activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards. The team of legal experts within the department works diligently to offer advice on various legal matters, including hospital policy, contracts, labor law, and patient rights. By safeguarding the institution against legal risks and offering proactive legal solutions, the department supports the smooth functioning of UCTH's medical services.

In addition to its advisory role, the Department of Legal Services at UCTH is actively involved in litigation and dispute resolution, representing the hospital in legal proceedings and protecting its interests. The department also educates and raises awareness among hospital staff about legal issues affecting their work, ensuring that employees are well-informed and understand their legal responsibilities. With a focus on ethics and compliance, the department contributes to the hospital's mission to provide quality healthcare services while maintaining a strong legal foundation.

What We Do

Core Functions & Services

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General
General delivered with compassionate, patient-centered excellence, combining skilled specialists, modern technology, and attentive care to ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, comfort, and improved health outcomes for every patient.
Availability

Office Hours

Day Hours
Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Lunch break observed 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM daily. Staff may still submit correspondence at the registry outside lunch hours. Public holidays observed as declared by the Federal Government.
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Submitting a Request / Letter
All official correspondence should be submitted to the Legal Services Registry between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM for same-day acknowledgement. Items submitted after 12:00 PM will be processed the following working day.
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NHIA / HMO Queries
For health insurance matters, visit the NHIA desk closest to the Department. HMO queries: 08066722346.
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Urgent / Emergency HR Legal Services Matters
For urgent personnel matters outside office hours, contact the hospital's Corporate Affairs office on 08066722346 or the SERVICOM helpline 08021236801 (24 hrs).
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Notices & Circulars

HR Circulars

12
Jun
2025 Annual Promotion Exercise β€” Staff Notice
All eligible staff are to submit their APER forms and supporting documents to the HR Department not later than Friday, 20 June 2025.
05
Jun
Update of Staff Records β€” Mandatory Compliance
All members of staff are required to update their Next-of-Kin, address, and academic qualifications at the HR Department before 30 June 2025.
28
May
New NHIA Biometric Enrolment β€” Compulsory for All Staff
NHIA has directed that all UCTH staff complete biometric enrolment by 15 July 2025. Refer to HR for details.

General Notices

10
Jun
Admission Open: ND/HND Nursing Sciences
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates into ND/HND Programmes. Pay ₦20,000 non-refundable fee via Remita.
03
Jun
EEG Services Now Available at UCTH
Patients no longer need to travel across town for EEG services. The new unit is now fully operational within the hospital.
15
May
UCTH Performs First ERCP with Hepatic Duct Stenting
A landmark achievement for UCTH β€” the first successful ERCP with stenting of the hepatic duct has been performed by our surgical team.