The Honourable Minister of Education Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa
has directed the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor and Principal Officers of the
Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Abeokuta (FUMMSA), to
ensure the institution admits its first students by September.
This was contained in a statement signed by Boriowo Folsade
Director, Press and Public Relations Federal Ministry of Education
The statement reads: speaking at the inauguration of
Principal Officers for NABTEB, UBEC, and FUMMSA, the Minister emphasized the
urgency of collaboration with key regulatory bodies, including JAMB and NUC, to
facilitate a seamless admissions process. He urged the Vice-Chancellor to
leverage their expertise in laying the University’s foundation and ensuring
essential infrastructure is in place.
He further stressed the importance of aligning FUMMSA’s
programs with national and global healthcare needs, particularly in nursing,
medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry.
Other newly appointed Officials include Dr. Mohammed Aminu,
Registrar, NABTEB; Tunde Ajibulu, Deputy Executive Secretary (Service), UBEC;
and Olajuwon Akinyebi, Deputy Executive Secretary (Technical), UBEC.
The Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to
expanding access to quality education and strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare
workforce. He also highlighted ongoing reforms in Technical and Vocational
Education and Training (TVET) and the integration of new appointees into the
restructuring of Nigeria’s vocational education framework.
Praising President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, the Minister
noted his administration’s dedication to fostering an enabling environment for
public service.
On behalf of the new appointees, FUMMSA Vice-Chancellor
Professor Fatiu Arogundade expressed gratitude to President Tinubu and pledged
to uphold integrity, transparency, and excellence. He assured the government of
their commitment to establishing a lasting legacy in education.
