Yobe to establish an institute for biomedical engineering.

Yobe to establish an institute for biomedical engineering.

By: Yahaya Wakili

Governor Mai Mala Buni CON of Yobe State has approved the commencement of processes for the establishment of the Yobe Institute of Biomedical Engineering Technology (YIBET).

Governor Buni also approved the constitution of a steering committee to drive the planning and establishment of the institute, considering the growing global demand for highly skilled professionals in biomedical and clinical engineering.

Buni gave the approval in a statement signed by the acting secretary to the state government, Dr. Mohammed Goje, in Damaturu.

“When established, YIBET is expected to serve as a premier institution for training, innovation, and capacity development in Biomedical and Clinical Engineering Technology (BCET). ” the statement further added.

The statement also revealed that the institute will equip young Nigerians with globally relevant technical skills while positioning Yobe State as a leading hub for producing the skilled workforce required by Nigeria and the wider West African subregion.

Therefore, the establishment of YIBET is another milestone in Governor Buni’s transformational agenda of investing in education and healthcare systems, creating opportunities for young people, and laying the foundation for a knowledge-driven economy.

The steering committee has Professor Mohammed Bello Kawuwa, Yobe State Commissioner for Higher Education, as chairman.

Yobe to establish an institute for biomedical engineering.