The intervention of Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, in repositioning the state government-owned Ambrose Alli University (AAU) Ekpoma is yielding results following the successful graduation of medical students and the induction of over 800 nursing graduates, among others, says Ambrose Alli University management.

This was disclosed on Tuesday at a press briefing in Benin by the institution’s Head of Information and Public Relations, Otunba Mike Aladenika.

Aladenika stated that the interventions by the Okpebholo-led government and the acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sunday Olowo Samuel, have garnered the support of all stakeholders, including staff and students.

He also noted that management has played its role equally to ensure a stable academic calendar and effective institution management under the able leadership of the Acting Vice-Chancellor.

Aladenika said the interventions undertaken by the institution’s college of medicine so far include the successful graduation of medical students, the induction of over 800 nursing graduates, and, most importantly, the approval of relevant regulatory bodies to admit students into all programmes in the college.

He said, “This stability is attributed to divine providence, the effective leadership of Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Sunday Olowo Samuel, the cooperation and understanding from staff, unions, and students, and most notably, the support of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration.

“Our College of Medicine faced significant challenges in the past, including a suspension of admissions and delayed graduations due to over-admission. This led to students taking up to 10 years or more to complete their 5 – or 6-year courses.

“However, with the leadership of Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Sunday Olowo Samuel, the college has made remarkable progress. We’ve successfully graduated medical students in batches, inducted over 800 nursing graduates, and nearly resolved MLS issues.

“Most importantly, relevant regulatory bodies have given us consent to admit students into all programs in the college. This marks a new era of growth and opportunity for our institution.”