Lagos State Government Moves to Establish Lagos State Medical University

The Lagos State Government has initiated the process of transforming the Lagos State University College of Medicine into a fully independent medical university. This move aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s earlier announcement in January, aimed at bolstering the state’s medical infrastructure and addressing the trend of medical professionals emigrating abroad.

Governor Sanwo-Olu revealed that the new Lagos State Medical University is slated for establishment by the end of 2024. The planned institution is expected to graduate approximately 1,500 doctors annually, marking a significant enhancement to the state’s medical education and healthcare capabilities.

In collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and the National Universities Commission, the Lagos State Government is undertaking this strategic initiative to address the growing need for skilled medical professionals and to set a benchmark for other states.

Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized the importance of this development, stating, “This is a strategic intervention for us. We hope other states will follow Lagos’s example in advancing medical education and infrastructure.”

The establishment of the Lagos State Medical University represents a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to improve its healthcare system and reduce the emigration of medical personnel.