The Chancellor of the State University of Medical and Applied Sciences (SUMAS), Igbo-Eno, Enugu State, HRM Oba Francis Olushola Alao, has visited Enugu State and met with the University’s Pro-Chancellor, Msgr. Prof. Obiora Ike, as part of preparations for the institution’s maiden convocation ceremony and the graduation of its first set of students scheduled for Saturday, December 5, 2026.
The visit underscores the University’s commitment to ensuring a successful and memorable maiden convocation, marking a significant milestone in the history of the young institution and its contribution to higher education in Enugu State and Nigeria.
During the meeting, the Chancellor and the Pro-Chancellor discussed preparations for the historic event, focusing on the necessary arrangements to ensure its successful execution. The meeting also provided an opportunity to review the University’s progress and strengthen the collaborative efforts of its leadership towards achieving the objectives of the forthcoming ceremony.
The maiden convocation is particularly significant as it will mark the graduation of the first set of students of SUMAS, representing the culmination of years of academic engagement, institutional development and commitment to producing competent graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills required to contribute meaningfully to national development.
Established to advance specialized education in medicine, allied health sciences, natural and applied sciences, engineering and other related disciplines, SUMAS continues to position itself as an emerging centre of academic excellence, innovation and professional training.
The forthcoming convocation is therefore expected to be a landmark occasion for the University, its graduating students, their families, the University community and other stakeholders who have contributed to the institution’s growth and development.
The meeting between the Chancellor and the Pro-Chancellor further highlights the importance of cooperation among the University’s principal leadership in driving institutional growth, strengthening academic standards and advancing the University’s vision.
As preparations intensify, the University looks forward to celebrating the achievements of its pioneer graduates and showcasing the progress it has made since its establishment.
The maiden convocation will also provide an opportunity for the University to recognize the support of the Enugu State Government, under the leadership of Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, alongside the contributions of the Pro-Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor, Management, Senate, staff and other stakeholders in advancing the University’s mission.
For the graduating students, December 5, 2026, will represent the beginning of a new chapter as they prepare to take their knowledge beyond the University environment and apply it in their chosen professions and communities.
With the Chancellor’s visit and consultations with the Pro-Chancellor, SUMAS is strengthening its preparations for what promises to be a historic celebration of academic achievement, institutional progress and a new generation of graduates.
The University community and the general public are expected to look forward to the maiden convocation with great enthusiasm as SUMAS prepares to celebrate this defining moment in its history.
