Bingham University has held its first-ever postgraduate poster presentation, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s drive to promote research visibility and academic excellence.

The event, organized by the Department of Community Medicine and Primary Health Care, took place at the university’s Karu campus.

Welcoming guests, the Head of Department, Assoc. Prof. Toyosi Adekeye, described the presentation as a landmark achievement and a platform for students to showcase the depth of their academic engagement and research skills. 

“This poster presentation is not merely an academic exercise but a celebration of creativity, commitment and intellectual growth,” he said.

“We are displaying 92 independent research projects representing over 80 percent of our postgraduate students. This platform allows them to communicate their research visually, stimulate collaboration, and inspire new ideas in public health.”

He commended the Vice-Chancellor for his visionary leadership and sustained support for research development, adding that the department remained committed to improving the postgraduate learning experience through mentorship and stronger institutional backing.

In his remarks, Vice-Chancellor, Professor Haruna Kuje Ayuba, congratulated the students and the department for the successful outing, describing it as a demonstration of Bingham University’s growing research capacity.

“When a department functions as a family, the results are always remarkable,” he said. “The Department of Community Medicine and Primary Health Care is one of our most research-active units. The faculty has attracted huge grants, foster international partnerships and made tangible community impact.”

Prof. Ayuba recalled his own experience attending a poster presentation in Japan years ago, emphasizing how early exposure to such academic practices prepares students for global competitiveness. He also announced the university’s forthcoming 20th anniversary and 6th Convocation Ceremony, scheduled to hold from November 9 to 15, inviting all staff and students to participate.

Speaking earlier the Dean, Postgraduate School, Prof. Okoli Bamidele, in his goodwill message, commended the department for introducing what he called a “cherished academic culture” to the university.

“This is the first time we are celebrating this kind of academic activity in Bingham University,” he said. “Poster presentations are a hallmark of serious academic institutions, and I encourage other departments to adopt this initiative.”

Also speaking, the Provost, College of Medical Sciences, Professor Haroun Isah, praised the department for taking the lead in promoting scholarly culture.

"What we are witnessing is our own version of a research fair,” he noted. “It highlights the collective efforts of our students and faculty, and it aligns with the university’s commitment to advancing research and innovation.”

One of the highlights of the event was the presentation by Mercy Amaka Muoneme, class representative of the Year 2 MSc Public Health cohort, who presented her research titled “Influence of Socioeconomic Factors on Tuberculosis Transmission and Control in Auta Balefi, Nasarawa State; Implications for Public Health Policy.”

Her findings revealed that overcrowded living conditions and low levels of education significantly affect tuberculosis transmission and control. She recommended improved healthcare access, public awareness campaigns, and community-based interventions to curb the disease.

Reacting to the presentation, the Vice-Chancellor suggested that public health messages, such as those encouraging completion of tuberculosis treatment, should be dramatized to make them more relatable and impactful to the public.

In attendance were the Provost, College of Medical Sciences and Clinical Sciences, Prof. Haroun Isah; Dean, Postgraduate School, Prof. Okoli Bamidele; Director of Public Affairs, Ms. Monica Ankeli; Director of Academic Planning, Assoc. Prof. Kingsley Okafor; Director, Zankli Research Centre Assoc. Prof. John Samsom Bimba; faculty members, postgraduate students, and staff.

The event concluded with a group photograph and a tour of the posters, with faculty members supervising and engaging students on their various research projects.

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Bingham University