The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Kogi State chapter, has applauded the new Vice Chancellor (VC) of Federal University Lokoja (FUL), Prof. Olayemi Akinwumi, for prioritizing the commencement of the medical school in the University.
The Chairman of NMA in Kogi, Dr Omakoji Oyiguh, gave the commendation when he led members of the State Officer Council (SOC) of NMA on a courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor at Federal University Lokoja.
According to Oyiguh, the visit was an avenue to welcome the Vice Chancellor to the state, and to congratulate him on a well deserved appointment as the third Vice Chancellor of the university.
He stressed that NMA Kogi was happy with the VC’s track records and achievements and believe in his capacity to take the university to a greater heights.
The NMA chairman applauded the vice chancellor for prioritizing the commencement of the medical school in the University, and expressed his gratitude to the VC for his humility and kindness.
In his response, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Olayemi Akinwumi, said his topmost priority was to introduce the medical school into the university.
Akinwumi added that the discussion on the subject matter was in advance stage and hopefully in two to three years all things been equal, it would become a reality.
“By the grace of God in two to three years, we hope to commence the medical school at the Federal University Lokoja; we have made serious progress in this regard.
“As I talk to you, Prof. Mike Ogirima from ABU Zaria, will be here to commence the spade work for the commencement of the medical school,” he said.
The VC further appreciated the NMA executive for the hand of fellowship extended to him and assured the association of effective collaborations.
