President Tinubu Approves Upgrade of Federal College of Dental Technology, Enugu to University

In a significant move aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s healthcare sector, President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for the transformation of the Federal College of Dental Technology and Therapy, Enugu, into a full-fledged University of Allied Health Sciences.

The announcement, made through a statement from his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s pursuit of robust healthcare infrastructure. Effective immediately, the institution will be rebranded as the Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu, operating under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.

This decision coincides with President Tinubu’s recent appointment as the African Union Champion for Human Resources for Health and Community Health Delivery Partnership, underscoring his unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare initiatives across the continent.

Ngelale highlighted that this move aligns with broader healthcare reforms orchestrated by the government. These reforms aim to enhance healthcare training and infrastructure nationwide. Notably, the federal government aims to train 120,000 frontline health workers within a span of 16 months and double the number of primary health facilities from 8,800 to over 17,000 within the next three years.

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Furthermore, there are plans to escalate the number of health personnel graduating from accredited nursing and midwifery institutions over the same period. These strategic measures are designed to ensure that Nigerians have equitable access to high-quality healthcare services.

President Tinubu’s approval of this transformation underscores the government’s steadfast commitment to addressing critical healthcare challenges and investing in human capital development. As the nation moves forward, the elevation of the Federal College of Dental Technology to university status represents a significant stride towards achieving comprehensive healthcare coverage and excellence in medical education.