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By Doris Obinna
The Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) has formally admitted 323 new students for the 2025/2026 academic session, with management urging them to strive for excellence while remaining committed to strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system after graduation.
The new students were matriculated into three key schools of the institution – the College of Nursing Sciences, the School of Health Information Management and the Federal School of Biomedical Engineering – over the weekend at the Idi-Araba campus in Lagos.
Speaking, the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Prof Wasiu Adeyemo, charged the students to remain diligent, disciplined and focused throughout their academic journey. He stressed the need for consistent academic performance and adherence to institutional rules, while underscoring the importance of serving the nation upon completion of their studies.
“You are here by your efforts, and you must maintain your position through hard work. Nigeria needs you, and the government is committed to supporting your training and retention,” he said.
Adeyemo further emphasised the need for graduates to remain in the country to help address manpower shortages in the health sector. According to him, the institution is training professionals specifically to meet Nigeria’s healthcare needs.
“We are training you for Nigeria, for Nigerians. Your presence here is essential to improve our healthcare workforce and the nation over time,” he added.
Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee (CMAC), Prof Ayodeji Oluwole, described matriculation as the formal recognition of the students’ entry into the institution’s academic community. He urged them to take their studies seriously and remain focused on graduating successfully.
“Matriculation marks the beginning of your journey. Today, you become officially part of this institution, and you should look forward to the day you return for your convocation,” he said.
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The Director of Administration, Mrs Omolola Fakeye, reminded the students of the highly competitive admission process and cautioned them against distractions such as cultism, bullying and other forms of misconduct.
“You fought hard to be chosen. Ensure your academics remain your number one priority,” she advised.
Registrar, Adebowale Nejo, outlined the regulatory framework guiding student conduct, noting that the three schools operate under distinct professional boards, including the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria and the Health Records Board. He emphasised that the student handbooks contain clear academic and behavioural expectations, with disciplinary measures for violations.
Provost, College of Nursing Sciences, Dr Olubukola Olawuyi, highlighted the consolidation of various nursing programmes into a single college and cited its recent academic achievements, including a 100 per cent success rate in the latest Nursing and Midwifery Council Qualifying Examination. She urged the students to strive for excellence while upholding empathy and compassion, core values of the nursing profession.
Representing the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Alhaji Makki Bashir Tal cautioned the students against engaging in drugs, cult activities and other negative influences. He encouraged them to remain focused and resilient throughout their studies.
“You are not here to take drugs, join cults, or fail. Stay focused, and you cannot give up. After God, your brain is your greatest asset.”
Also speaking, Director of the School of Health Information Management, Samson Gigado, advised the students to build strong character alongside academic excellence, noting that focus and integrity would define their future success.
The ceremony culminated in the administration of the matriculation oath, during which the students pledged to uphold the highest standards of conduct and refrain from examination malpractice, cult activities, drug abuse and other forms of misconduct, while faithfully observing the institution’s regulations.
