Federal University of Medicine and Medical Science Abeokuta

What Is This Policy?

Establishes a dedicated federal medical university in Abeokuta, Ogun State, focused on medicine and medical sciences, expanding Nigeria's capacity to train doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.

Who Does It Target?

Nigerian students pursuing careers in medicine and health sciences Residents of Ogun State and the South-West geopolitical zone Healthcare system stakeholders seeking more trained professionals

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Increase the number of medical and health science graduates to address Nigeria's doctor-patient ratio deficit Provide world-class medical education and research in South-West Nigeria Establish a centre of excellence for clinical training, medical research, and health innovation

Key Features

Medical Education: Full MBBS, surgery, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, and allied health programmes Teaching Hospital: Associated teaching hospital for clinical training and patient care Research Excellence: Mandate for medical research relevant to tropical diseases and Nigerian health challenges Faculty Development: Provisions for recruiting and retaining world-class academic and clinical staff

Current Status

How to Access

Admission through JAMB UTME with a science background in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics/Mathematics JAMB UTME registration with relevant science subjects Minimum UTME score and O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects Post-UTME screening Medical fitness screening for clinical programmes Application method: JAMB portal (jamb.gov.ng)

Impact & Metrics

Expected to significantly contribute to reducing Nigeria's healthcare workforce shortage, improving doctor-to-patient ratios across the country.

Official Resources

Website: education.gov.ng Contact: Federal Ministry of Education This policy summary is intended for informational purposes. For official and legal information, refer to the cited Act or Bill and official government sources.

Legal Framework

Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Operates alongside the National Universities Commission (NUC) Act, the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, the National Health Act 2014, the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria Act, and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Establishment, Etc.) Act 2011. Aligns with WHO guidelines on medical education standards.