Head of Department's Welcome

Dr. Ayodele O. Akanmu
A Message from the Head of Department
It is my distinct pleasure to welcome you to the Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics at the University of Maiduguri. Whether you are a new or returning medical student, a researcher, or a distinguished guest, we are thrilled to have you connect with us. As a dynamic discipline, Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics serves as the vital bridge linking basic pharmacological science with applied clinical medicine.
Vision
In alignment with the College of Medical Sciences, our vision is to cultivate highly competent professionals in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, advancing global and local knowledge through innovative research and community-focused education.
Mission
We are committed to training highly skilled professionals who will make meaningful contributions to solving health challenges in Nigeria and beyond. Our mission is to provide advanced expertise to strengthen healthcare delivery, and to instill ethical and moral values in our trainees, ensuring they practice with integrity, selflessness, and relevance to their communities. Furthermore, we aim to advance excellence through education, leadership training, and cutting-edge research in diagnostics, quality assurance, and health systems management, ultimately promoting community impact by preparing professionals who contribute directly to improving the health and well-being of the people of Nigeria.
Our Core Pillars
- Education: We provide medical and dental students with a rigorous foundation in drug mechanisms, therapeutic applications, and adverse drug reaction management, while also delivering tailored pharmacology instruction for allied health students.
- Research: We champion translational research designed to solve healthcare challenges unique to our region and the wider world.
- Clinical Support: We work closely with healthcare practitioners in our teaching hospital to elevate patient care through evidence-based therapeutics.
A Note to Our Students
Your journey through the Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics will be rigorous, but it will also be profoundly rewarding. The knowledge you acquire here will serve as the bedrock of your clinical reasoning and prescribing practices for your entire medical career. I encourage you to approach your coursework with deep curiosity, unwavering diligence, and a strong sense of responsibility toward your future patients.
Our Commitment to You
We take immense pride in our dedicated lecturers, who are deeply committed to mentoring, guiding, and supporting you at every stage of your education. Please know that my door is always open to your ideas, academic inquiries, and any concerns you may have.
Once again, welcome to the Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics. I wish you a successful, enriching, and intellectually stimulating academic session.
Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics Academic Staff
| S/N | Name | Qualification | Area of Specialization | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Ayodele O. Akanmu | MBBS, Ph.D | Medical | Reader |
| 2 |

