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The Federal Capital Territory Administration has equipped its general hospitals with 48 advanced vein-finding devices and accessories, aiming to make intravenous procedures quicker, safer and less painful for patients, particularly children, the elderly and those with difficult veins.
Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, announced the distribution on Wednesday, stating that the equipment has been provided to all 14 Secondary Health Facilities under the Hospitals Management Board, with the directive of the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, Mandate Secretary of the Health Services and Environment Secretariat, described the vein finders as “very essential to healthcare delivery.” The technology uses infrared light to detect superficial veins, helping medical staff locate suitable veins for IV cannulation, blood draws and other procedures with greater accuracy and fewer attempts.
According to officials, the devices will significantly reduce the trauma often associated with multiple needle pricks, especially for vulnerable patients. They will also support newly trained doctors and improve overall clinical efficiency in busy hospital settings.
As part of the rollout, practical training sessions were organised for healthcare workers from the beneficiary hospitals. The sessions covered proper handling, operation, application and maintenance of the equipment to ensure maximum benefit and long-term sustainability.
The initiative is part of the FCT Administration’s efforts to modernise healthcare infrastructure and improve service delivery under Minister Wike. Authorities say the investment reflects a commitment to equipping frontline facilities with tools that directly enhance patient experience and support medical professionals.
Vein finders are increasingly used in modern hospitals worldwide because they reduce procedure time, minimise complications such as bruising or infection from failed attempts, and improve success rates on the first try. In Nigeria, where healthcare resources can sometimes be stretched, such technology is expected to make a meaningful difference in daily hospital operations.