The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has released over N100 billion to selected Nigerian tertiary institutions.
This funding aims to improve training for students in medicine and related fields. The goal is to address the shortage of healthcare workers in Nigeria.
Aminu Masari, TETFUND’s Governing Board Chairman, shared this news in Katsina State. He said the initiative supports President Bola Tinubu’s plan to fix the brain drain in Nigeria’s healthcare sector. Many skilled doctors and nurses are leaving the country for better opportunities abroad.
Tackling Healthcare Shortages
Masari explained, “The president is concerned about losing medical professionals. This funding will help train more doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and lab technicians.”
The plan is to double the number of healthcare workers to improve medical services across Nigeria.
TETFUND has given N4 billion to three institutions in each of Nigeria’s geopolitical zones. The money will fund new facilities and programs to train more medical students.
A Key Initiative for 2025
Masari, a former Katsina State governor, noted that TETFUND received N1.65 trillion this year from a 3% education tax on companies.
Of this, N460 billion is for various projects in tertiary institutions. The N100 billion for medical training is a major focus for 2025.
Additionally, N225 billion goes to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) for student loans.
Another N70 billion will help institutions build solar or gas-powered energy systems. TETFUND also allocated N25 billion for campus security, like installing streetlights.
Careful Selection and Oversight
TETFUND picks three institutions per state—one university, one polytechnic, and one college of education. Masari said, “Schools send us their needs, and we approve projects based on available funds.” A strong monitoring team ensures the money is used correctly.
Strengthening Nigeria’s Healthcare
This initiative will help Nigeria train more healthcare workers. By improving medical education, TETFUND is building a stronger healthcare system for the future.
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