Nigeria Targets 20,000 Medical Students, Launches Six Simulation Centres

The Federal Government announced a plan to raise the number of annual medical admissions to 20,000, a significant increase from current levels. In tandem, it unveiled six new simulation centres aimed at enhancing practical training for medical students. The initiative is part of a broader effort to strengthen the healthcare workforce and improve training standards across the country. By expanding both enrollment and hands‑on learning facilities, the government seeks to produce more qualified doctors and better prepare them for real‑world medical challenges.