The Governing Council of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria has approved the appointment of Professor Temitope Esan as the new Registrar of the College, effective immediately.

Professor Esan, a distinguished academic and administrator, currently serves as the Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.

His elevation to this prestigious role highlights his exceptional leadership and profound expertise in the medical field.

Speaking on the development, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adebayo Simeon Bamire, noted that Esan’s appointment as Registrar of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria is a richly deserved honor, reflecting his extraordinary contributions to medical education and administration.

“His tenure as Dean of our Faculty of Dentistry has been marked by exceptional leadership, innovative advancements, and an outstanding dedication to excellence,” Professor Bamire remarked.

He further added that: “these qualities have not only strengthened our institution but have now earned him a prestigious national role. We are immensely proud of his achievements and have full confidence that his visionary leadership will propel the College to unprecedented heights, setting a new standard for postgraduate medical training in Nigeria.”

The VC continued that this appointment not only celebrates Professor Esan’s individual brilliance but also casts a radiant spotlight on the University’s standing as a leading institution in Nigeria and beyond.

According to him, “our faculty members are consistently distinguished for their expertise, innovation, and leadership, and Professor Esan’s elevation to this esteemed position exemplifies the University’s resolute commitment to academic and professional excellence. It serves as a powerful affirmation that OAU is not merely keeping stride with its peers but is boldly forging the path ahead, establishing the gold standard for medical education and research.”

An elated Professor Bamire further stated that: “with a storied legacy of nurturing trailblazers who shape their fields, this milestone reinforces our position at the vanguard of higher education, inspiring peer institutions to aspire to the heights we continue to achieve.”

Professor Bamire on behalf of the management and the entire University community, extend heartfelt congratulations to Professor Esan stressing, “we celebrate this well-earned recognition and offer our best wishes for his continued success as he embarks on this significant journey. His accomplishments resonate as a source of pride for us all, and we look forward to the remarkable impact he will undoubtedly make in his new role.”