The Vice-Chancellor of McPherson University, Professor Francis Adegbaye Igbasan, has raised fresh concerns over the alarming rate of nurse migration from Nigeria, calling on the Federal Government to implement a special salary structure for nurses to curb the trend. He made this passionate appeal during the University’s second induction ceremony for its Nursing Science graduates, held on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the institution’s campus in Seriki-Sotayo, Ogun State.

In a powerful display of innovation and academic excellence, students from McPherson University have secured fourth place and a N500,000 cash prize at the “Health Innovations for Africa by Africans” competition, a challenge that drew 102 teams and 339 students from 24 universities across the country. The University’s team, known as Team PayG, was shortlisted after a highly competitive evaluation process that culminated in a grand finale which held on June 25, 2025, at the University of Lagos.

The Registrar and Secretary General of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), Alhaji Ndagi Alhassan, has inducted 64 new graduates of McPherson University into the nursing profession. This follows the institution’s notable performance in the recent General Nursing Examination, reflecting its rising academic excellence and commitment to healthcare education.

McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State, recently held her maiden inaugural lecture, a significant academic milestone, delivered by Professor Isaac Oladapo Onigbinde, a distinguished scholar and pioneer Professorial Chair in Marketing and Business Strategy. The lecture, which drew scholars, business experts, clerics, and students, addressed the sustainability of indigenous enterprises through the lens of entrepreneurial marketing.

The early morning sun stretched over the College of Computing at McPherson University, casting long shadows of anticipation across the pavement. Lined up at the starting point were student-athletes, nerves masked by calm expressions, hearts pounding in rhythm with the countdown. With a symbolic whistle blow from the Acting Registrar, Mr. Olufemi Adebowale, the university’s 12th Annual Marathon began, not just a race for medals, but a test of resolve, discipline, and quiet personal battles.

McPherson University’s Public Relations Officer, a Deputy Registrar in the Information and Public Relations Unit, Mr. Tokunbo Olakunle, recently led a delegation of McPherson University staff on a courtesy visit to Vice-Chancellor, Professor Francis Igbasan. These staff members are currently on sabbatical from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). The visit aimed to congratulate Professor Igbasan on his recognition by The Guardian Newspaper as one of “50 Nigerians with Integrity in Leadership.”

In a collaborative effort with Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH), McPherson University successfully concluded a two-day World Blood Donor Day event, culminating in an impressive turnout of over 30 eligible blood donors. The initiative, themed “Give Blood, Give Hope,” aimed to address the critical shortage of blood supply and provide practical experience for aspiring medical laboratory scientists.

In a vibrant display of Nigeria’s cultural diversity, 100-level students from the Departments of History and International Studies and Mass Communication of McPherson University held a series of practical presentations to showcase indigenous heritages, as part of their course HIS 114: Culture and Tourism in Independent Africa.

McPherson University recently hosted its highly anticipated Tech Expo 2025, a dynamic event centered on the theme “Innovating the Digital Future: Emerging Trends in Computing & Technology.” The expo brought to fore the university’s commitment to fostering technological advancement and preparing students for the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Throughout the event, speakers emphasized the importance of seizing opportunities, gaining international exposure, and leveraging emerging technologies to drive economic development, that will enhance education, revolutionize healthcare, and foster social connectivity.

In a major step toward digital innovation and youth empowerment, QuidX AI officially launched its Web 3 Campus Hub in McPherson University. An event that took place on Friday, June 7th, 2025 received massive support from tech partners including Quidstation, AVAX, Learnway, and DevCasta, the high energy event brought together students, developers, creatives, and tech leaders to explore the future of decentralized technologies. With the theme “Empowering the Next Generation of Builders from Campus,” the event served as a launchpad for student-led innovation, practical Web 3 onboarding, and a shared vision of building a decentralized future right from university grounds.