KHAIRUN Moves Closer to Launching M.B.B.S Programme as Committee Submits Report
Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University, Kano (KHAIRUN) has taken a major step toward launching its M.B.B.S programme as the committee overseeing the process, chaired by Emeritus Prof. Musa Muhammad Borodo, submitted its report to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abdulrashid Garba, on March 13, 2025.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University, Kano (KHAIRUN) has taken a major step forward in its preparations to launch the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S) programme as the committee overseeing the process formally submitted its report to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abdulrashid Garba, on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
The committee, chaired by Emeritus Prof. Musa Muhammad Borodo, was tasked with evaluating the necessary requirements and infrastructure for the programme’s successful takeoff. The submission of the report marks a significant milestone in KHAIRUN’s commitment to expanding its academic portfolio and contributing to the advancement of medical education in Nigeria.
Speaking at the presentation, Prof. Borodo highlighted the rigorous efforts undertaken by the committee to ensure compliance with the required standards for medical training. He commended the university’s leadership for its dedication to providing quality medical education and fostering an environment conducive to excellence in healthcare training.
Receiving the report, Prof. Garba expressed his appreciation for the committee’s hard work and reaffirmed the institution’s determination to commence the M.B.B.S programme in line with regulatory guidelines. He emphasized that the university remains committed to equipping future medical professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to address healthcare challenges in Nigeria and beyond.
The launch of the M.B.B.S programme at KHAIRUN is expected to boost medical education and enhance healthcare services in the region. With this development, the university moves closer to fulfilling its vision of becoming a center of excellence in medical and health sciences education.
