Regnum Medical University, Anthony, Lagos Inaugurates Pioneer Board of Trustees and Governing Council
By MOHAMMED DANBABA
Anthony, Lagos — Regnum Medical University, Anthony, Lagos, a private medical university licenced by the Federal Government of Nigeria and the National Universities Commission (NUC), has formally inaugurated its pioneer Board of Trustees and Governing Council October 22, 2026.
The historic inauguration ceremony, held at the University’s Council Chambers, marks a major milestone in the institution’s journey toward becoming a centre of excellence in medical and health sciences education in Nigeria.
The Board of Trustees is chaired by Akinbode Agbaoye, an astute administrator and former Deputy Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC). Agbaoye brings over three decades of experience in university regulation, quality assurance and administration.
Other members of the Board include *Professor Dapo Thomas*, a distinguished senior academic, and *Ibrahim Lawal FCA*, a seasoned accountant and banker with extensive leadership experience in Nigeria’s financial sector. Other members of the Board of Trustees affirmed their willingness to serve under the leadership of Akinbode Agbaoye.
The Board is charged with providing strategic oversight, safeguarding the University’s vision and ensuring adherence to its founding philosophy.
The Governing Council is chaired by *Chuks Ochonogor*, who has been in the University system and served as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of other universities for about thirty (30) years.
Other members of the Council include *Dr. Benjamin Ademuyiwa Eniayewun*, a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist who retired as Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health Service Commission, and *Professor Bolajoko Dixon-Ogbechie*, Professor of Marketing and Decision Sciences, University of Lagos. Other statutory members in line with their appointments held in the University will form part of the Governing Council.
The Council will provide policy direction, governance and fiduciary oversight for the University’s development.
The University Management team, led by the pioneer Vice-Chancellor, *Professor Akin Osibogun*, was formally presented and charged to provide visionary leadership.
Professor Osibogun is a renowned Professor of Community Health and Public Health physician. He served as Chief Medical Director of the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) from 2006 to 2014 and as President of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (2022/2023). He is a Distinguished Fellow of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria and Fellow of the Nigerian Medical Association (FNMA).
The other Principal Officers are:
– *Austin Obodo* – Registrar
– *Ojodume Udeme, FCA* – Bursar
– *Dr. Helen Akinade* – University Librarian
The Board also ratified the appointment of *Engr. Ken Ochonogor* as Director, Works and Physical Planning.
In his address, the Chairman, Board of Trustees, Akinbode Agbaoye, reiterated the Board’s commitment to work harmoniously with the Governing Council and Management to position Regnum Medical University as a benchmark for medical education in Africa.
He charged the pioneer team to see their appointment as a rare privilege, stating:
“You are the foundation team. History will judge you by how well you strengthen academic standards, develop world-class facilities and build global collaborations that place this University on the world map. Close ranks, work as one, and build an institution of enviable heights.”
He wished the Council and Management success in their aspirations to build a truly world-class medical university. The Board of Trustees has pledged to work with the Governing Council and Management to strengthen collaborative partnerships with Universities and organisations across the globe.
Regnum Medical University, Anthony, Lagos has commenced admission for the 2026/2027 academic session into its six NUC approved take-off programmes:
1. Medicine and Surgery – MBBS
2. Pharmacy – Pharm.D
3. Nursing Science – B.N.Sc.
4. Medical Laboratory Science – BMLS
5. Doctor of Physiotherapy – DPT
6. Radiography – B.Rad
Located at 326-330 Ikorodu Road, Anthony, Lagos, ten minutes to both the International and Local Airports, the University boasts of modern lecture theatres, basic science and clinical science laboratories, simulation centres, digital library, and fully air-conditioned serviced hostels.
*For admissions: http://www.regnummed.edu.ng*
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