LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT PLANS TO UPGRADE LASUCOM TO A MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT PLANS TO UPGRADE LASUCOM TO A MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
The Lagos State Government, led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is taking steps to convert the Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM) into a standalone medical university. This move aims to address the shortage of medical personnel and improve healthcare delivery in the state.
At a recent stakeholders’ meeting, Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Tolani Sule, emphasized the need for a medical university that can meet global standards. Despite investments in LASUCOM, the institution faces challenges due to population growth, increased student admissions, and infrastructure expansion.
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The proposed University of Medicine and Health Sciences will focus on capacity building for medical doctors and allied professionals. Stakeholders are urged to contribute to the establishment of the new university, which will address the medical needs of Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole.
