NUC Team Commends Al-Ansar University as Accreditation Visit Boosts MBBS Programme

By Auwal Ahmad Umar

Al-Ansar University Maiduguri (AUM) on Monday hosted a delegation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) as part of the accreditation exercise for its Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme — a major step in strengthening the institution’s expanding medical training capacity.

The delegation was received at the University Senate Chamber by the Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fanna Inna Abdulrahman, alongside members of the Management Team at the AUM take-off campus along Baga Road, Maiduguri.

In her welcome remarks, Prof. Fanna expressed deep appreciation to the NUC for its continuous efforts in advancing academic standards and promoting excellence in medical education across Nigeria.

She noted the rapid growth of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, reiterating the University’s commitment to producing competent, ethical and well-trained doctors who will contribute significantly to the nation’s healthcare delivery.

Prof. Fanna thanked the delegation for their thorough engagement, reaffirming the University’s commitment to providing world-class medical education, enhancing clinical exposure and shaping future medical professionals grounded in excellence and service.

After the courtesy meeting, which featured a detailed presentation on AUM’s vision, academic milestones and progress of the MBBS programme, the accreditation panel conducted an extensive tour of facilities.

Their inspection covered key academic areas such as the Basic Medical Sciences Laboratories, Anatomy Dissection Hall, Physiology and Biochemistry Laboratories, Lecture Theatres, staff offices, the University Library, ICT Centre, and other core facilities essential for medical training.

They also assessed student hostels to review welfare and living conditions.

The visit later continued at the AUM Permanent Site along Gubio Road, where the team inspected ongoing infrastructure projects tailored to support the long-term development of the College of Medicine and Health Sciences.

At the Basic Clinical Laboratories, the delegation examined critical sections including the Pharmacology/Therapeutics Laboratory, Chemical Pathology Laboratory, Medical Microbiology Laboratory and the Haematology Laboratory. These facilities are central to hands-on learning and preparing students for clinical practice.

As part of the accreditation process, the NUC team also visited the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH), the institution’s primary clinical training partner under an existing MoU.

The Chief Medical Director, Prof. Ahmed Ahidjo, received the team and led an inspection of clinical departments, teaching resources and training facilities to evaluate UMTH’s readiness to support the MBBS programme’s clinical phase.

Speaking during the visit, the team leader commended AUM for its hospitality and noted that the assessment sought to evaluate curriculum quality, staffing strength, infrastructure, equipment and clinical arrangements in line with the NUC’s Minimum Academic Standards.

The accreditation visit marks a major milestone for Al-Ansar University, reflecting its steady progress and growing contributions to Nigeria’s medical and healthcare advancement.