The Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu (FUAHSE) is making significant strides in addressing one of Nigeria’s most pressing challenges — the shortage of trained healthcare workers. And with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) now stepping in with financial support, the university’s ambitions are getting a serious boost.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. John Emaimo, revealed this during a press briefing and facility tour held over the weekend — the first time the university has opened its doors to the public since it was established in 2023. TETFund’s support, he explained, covers laboratory equipment, hostel development, and other infrastructure critical to building a functional learning environment.
Prof. Emaimo credited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for establishing the institution, noting that the decision was a direct response to growing concerns about healthcare manpower shortages and the increasing brain drain affecting the sector. The university itself has an interesting origin story — it evolved from a diploma-awarding Dental College into a fully specialised university following a presidential directive approving its conversion.
“FUAHSE is now positioned as Nigeria’s dedicated institution for allied health sciences, with a focus on producing graduates who are both academically sound and practically equipped for the evolving demands of the health sector,” he said.
The National Universities Commission has approved 16 academic programmes for the university, spanning clinical sciences, basic medical sciences, public health, and engineering and technology. These include Nursing Sciences, Medical Laboratory Science, Radiography, Dental Technology, Physiotherapy, Public Health, and Biomedical Engineering. Beyond that, 11 additional degree programmes have also been approved in emerging fields like Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, and Software Engineering — a deliberate move to bridge the gap between healthcare and technology.
“Our strength lies not only in the breadth of our programmes but in the depth of our training. At FUAHSE, we emphasize practical, hands-on learning to ensure graduates transition seamlessly from the classroom to real-world healthcare settings,” Emaimo stated.
On the infrastructure front, the university is currently developing a 1,000-seat auditorium, a modern library, and an advanced ICT block. Prof. Emaimo acknowledged the funding challenges that typically come with running a new institution but was clear that FUAHSE remains focused on becoming a world-class centre for allied health education.
The facility tour was part of activities leading up to the university’s second matriculation ceremony, which held on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Signing off to journalists at the event, the Vice Chancellor said, “We appreciate your presence and your role in amplifying our vision to the world. Together, we can shape a healthier future for Nigeria.”
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