NUC Approves Holy Rosary Hospital Emekuku as New University
The National University Commission has approved Holy Rosary Hospital Emekuku in Owerri to become a university, now named Maria Assumpta University, Emekuku. As Imo State's first medical university, it will enhance local medical education and training.
Faith Orji 
In a landmark decision, the National University Commission (NUC) has granted approval for Holy Rosary Hospital Emekuku, Owerri, to transition into a university. The institution will now be known as Maria Assumpta University, Emekuku.
Maria Assumpta University will be the first medical university in Imo State, marking a significant milestone in the region's higher education landscape. The approval reflects the NUC's endorsement of the institution's readiness to provide specialized medical education and training.
The establishment of Maria Assumpta University is anticipated to enhance medical education in the state and contribute to the development of healthcare professionals in the region. This new designation not only underscores the institution’s commitment to academic excellence but also promises to foster advancements in medical research and practice.
The community and stakeholders have expressed their congratulations and support for the university's new status, which is expected to play a pivotal role in addressing healthcare needs and advancing medical knowledge in Imo State.
