FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES BICHI ESTABLISHMENT BILL

What Is This Policy?

A bill to establish a Federal University of Allied Health Sciences in Bichi, Kano State, dedicated to training healthcare professionals in allied health disciplines.

Who Does It Target?

Students pursuing careers in allied health sciences, healthcare professionals, and the Kano State community.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Address Nigeria's shortage of allied health professionals, expand specialized health education, and improve healthcare delivery capacity.

Key Features

Allied Health Focus: Specialized programs in physiotherapy, medical laboratory science, radiography, nursing, and related disciplines Healthcare Workforce: Designed to produce graduates ready to fill gaps in Nigeria's health system Research: Dedicated health sciences research capacity

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration Coverage: Kano State and nationwide enrollment Funding: Federal Government appropriation

How to Access

Not yet operational. Admission will be through JAMB upon establishment.

Impact & Metrics

Would help address Nigeria's critical shortage of allied health professionals and strengthen healthcare delivery.

Official Resources

Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja

Legal Framework

Introduced under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The University would operate under the National Universities Commission (NUC) Act, the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, the National Health Act 2014, and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Establishment, Etc.) Act 2011. Aligns with WHO guidelines on allied health sciences education standards.