Second Set of SUMAS Medical Students Complete Second MBBS Examination
Igbo-Eno, Enugu State
May 2026
The State University of Medical and Applied Sciences (SUMAS), Igbo-Eno, Enugu State, has recorded another significant academic milestone as the second set of its medical students successfully concluded their Second MBBS Professional Examination on May 29, 2026.
The examination marks a crucial stage in the training of future medical doctors, assessing students’ knowledge and competence in key pre-clinical medical sciences before they advance to the clinical phase of their medical education. The successful completion of the examination reflects the students’ dedication, resilience, and commitment to academic excellence, as well as the university’s unwavering focus on producing highly skilled healthcare professionals.
Speaking on the development, the university management commended the students for their hard work and determination throughout the rigorous preparation period. The management also lauded members of staff of the College of Medicine and the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences for their commitment to quality teaching, mentorship, and academic guidance.
The Second MBBS Examination is a major benchmark in medical education, serving as a gateway to clinical training where students begin direct patient-centered learning and hospital-based medical practice. Its successful conduct further demonstrates SUMAS’ growing reputation as a center of excellence in medical and health sciences education.
The Provost of the College of Medicine, Prof. Ignatius Ozor, expressed confidence in the students’ performance and encouraged them to remain focused as they progress to the next phase of their professional journey. He noted that the university remains committed to providing a conducive learning environment, modern teaching facilities, and experienced faculty members to ensure that graduates of SUMAS meet global standards in medical practice.
Students who participated in the examination expressed gratitude to the University management, lecturers, and their families for the support received throughout their studies. Many described the experience as challenging but rewarding, emphasizing their readiness to embrace the clinical stage of their training.
As SUMAS continues to expand its academic footprint and strengthen its medical programmes, the successful completion of the Second MBBS Professional Examination by the institution’s second cohort of medical students stands as another testament to the university’s mission of advancing medical education, research, and healthcare service delivery in Nigeria and beyond.
The achievement further reinforces SUMAS’ position as one of Nigeria’s emerging institutions dedicated to training competent, compassionate, and globally competitive healthcare professionals.
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