Bayelsa Medical University Hosts State Assembly Members on Courtesy Visit

Bayelsa Medical University (BMU), Yenagoa, has hosted members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly on a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening collaboration and highlighting the institution’s developmental progress.

The lawmakers visited the University on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, and were received by the Vice-Chancellor, who welcomed the delegation comprising Hon. Dr. Daniel Charles, Hon. Wisdom Fafi, Hon. Chief Brigidi I. Edward, Hon. Ayonatiminyo Omubo, Hon. Chief (Mrs.) Elbizi Cockeye R. Brown, and Hon. Mebine Amaebi Rexford.

During the visit, the legislators commended the rapid transformation of the University, noting the completion of key projects and the institution’s remarkable growth within a short period.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor appreciated the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, for his continued support and commitment towards the development of BMU.

He highlighted the Governor’s contributions through investments in academic programmes, research, infrastructure development, and student advancement, which he said have strengthened the University’s reputation and institutional standing.

The Vice-Chancellor also outlined areas requiring further support, including improved electricity supply, expansion of classrooms and laboratory facilities, additional student accommodation, human resource development, and enhanced digital infrastructure to meet the needs of the growing student population.

The visiting lawmakers acknowledged the University’s achievements, commended the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, and reaffirmed their support for the vision and continued growth of Bayelsa Medical University.

The visit ended with a guided tour of the Yenagoa campus, where the delegation inspected completed and ongoing infrastructure projects across the institution.