About the Faculty | FBCS Conference 2026
College of Medicine, UNILAG

About the Faculty

A forward-looking evolution built on decades of excellence in medical education, pioneering research, and dedicated professional training.

Advancing Healthcare
Through Translational Science

The Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences represents a forward-looking evolution within the College of Medicine, University of Lagos. While newly established, it is built on decades of excellence in medical education, research, and professional training. The Faculty is committed to advancing healthcare through innovation, translational science, and the integration of research with clinical practice, with a strong focus on improving patient outcomes and strengthening healthcare systems.

Our Vision

To be the leading hub of excellence driving innovation, impactful research, pioneering world-class education and training in basic clinical sciences with local impact and global relevance.

The North Star

To guide one unifying ambition:
“To make CMUL’s Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences the most impactful, innovative and globally recognized engine of biomedical discovery in Africa.”

Prof. Fatimah Abdulkareem - Dean of Faculty

Message from
The Dean

“Our ambition is not merely to educate, but to pioneer a new era of translational science where our biomedical discoveries translate directly to superior, patient-centered care. We are building the globally recognized engine of medical innovation right here in Africa.”
Prof. Fatimah Abdulkareem
Dean, Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences

Precision in
Practice

The FBCS Inaugural Conference will be held from June 23–25, 2026, at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos (CMUL). The theme for this landmark event is “Precision in Practice: Integrating Diagnostics, Therapeutics, and Clinical Insights for Patient-Centered Care.”

Designed as a high-impact, multi-stakeholder platform, the conference will convene academics, clinicians, diagnostics experts, pharmaceutical leaders, policymakers, investors, and healthcare innovators to deliver practical, solution-driven outcomes that strengthen healthcare delivery in Nigeria and across Africa.

Sub-Themes

  • Precision Diagnostics in Disease Management
  • Infection Control and Antibacterial Stewardship

Conference Features

  • Plenary & Keynote Addresses
  • Panel & Technical Discussions
  • Industry-Academia Forums
  • Community Outreach Initiatives
  • Recognition of Distinguished Faculty