Alausa Launches RoboMed Academy to Enhance Surgical Training

On Thursday, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, launched the Redeemer’s Health Village RoboMed Robotics Academy and its Robotic Surgery Programme in Redemption City, Ogun State. He emphasized the need for collaboration between the government, private sector organizations, universities, and Nigerian medical professionals abroad to enhance specialist medical training and improve healthcare delivery in Nigeria.

The initiative aims to provide local opportunities for Nigerian medical professionals to acquire advanced surgical skills, reducing the necessity for overseas training. Alausa noted that this aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, focusing on human capital development and technological innovation.

He revealed that the Federal Government has invested over ₦250 billion in medical education, including medical simulation laboratories and facility rehabilitation across more than 24 medical schools. Alausa urged private sector involvement and the contribution of expertise from Nigerian professionals abroad to expand access to specialized training, highlighting the importance of training professionals to effectively use advanced medical equipment.