UNILAG Professor Advocates Unbundling of Anatomy Department for Contemporary Relevance
Professor Ademola Ayodeji Oremosu, a distinguished Professor of Anatomy at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), delivered a thought-provoking inaugural lecture advocating for the restructuring of traditional Anatomy departments in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
In a thought-provoking inaugural lecture delivered at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Professor Ademola Ayodeji Oremosu, a distinguished Professor of Anatomy, called for a comprehensive restructuring of the traditional Department of Anatomy in Nigerian tertiary institutions. Prof. Oremosu proposed the re-naming of the department to the Department of Anatomical Sciences, with specialized units aligned with contemporary realities in the field.
Delivering his lecture titled "Searching for the Living among the Dead: A Contemporary Anatomist’s Paradigm" at the J.F. Ade Ajayi (Main) Auditorium of UNILAG, Prof. Oremosu provided insightful recommendations aimed at enhancing the relevance and effectiveness of anatomy education and research in Nigeria.
Highlighting the need for innovation, Prof. Oremosu advocated for the establishment of units such as Neurosciences, Reproductive Biology, Optics and Advanced Microscopy, Anthropometry and Growth Science, Gross and Clinical Anatomy, Development Anatomy, and Genetics and AI Anatomy within the department. These specialized units, he argued, would better address contemporary demands and facilitate multidisciplinary research in the field.
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During his lecture, Prof. Oremosu traced the evolution of Anatomy, emphasizing its significance in various aspects of medical science, including assisted reproductive technologies and hormonal control. He shared his research findings on topics ranging from contraception to the impact of alcohol on male fertility, underscoring the importance of anatomy in understanding and addressing complex health issues.
Expressing concern over brain drain and underemployment in the medical profession, Prof. Oremosu proposed the establishment of joint professorial chairs in Clinical and Anatomy Departments to enhance collaboration and knowledge exchange. Additionally, he recommended the appointment of honorary consultants at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital to facilitate specialist training in Basic Medical Sciences.
Born on March 4, 1965, Prof. Oremosu joined UNILAG as a lecturer in the Department of Anatomy in 1991. Over the years, he has made significant contributions to academia and research, culminating in his appointment as a Professor in 2019. Prof. Oremosu's dedication to advancing anatomical sciences and his commitment to the development of medical education in Nigeria are evident in his extensive academic and professional achievements.
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In conclusion, Prof. Oremosu urged academicians and medical researchers to embrace multidisciplinary research approaches, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in advancing medical science and improving healthcare delivery in Nigeria.
