The University of Uyo (UniUyo), Nigeria, has announced that its 135th Inaugural Lecture will be delivered by Professor Dianabasi U. Eduwem on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The lecture is scheduled to take place at the 1,000-capacity TETFund auditorium, located on the Main Campus along Nwaniba Road in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, commencing at 2:45 p.m.
Details of the Lecture
Professor Eduwem, a Professor of Radiology and Chief Consultant Radiologist in the Department of Radiology, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, will present a lecture titled: Seeing the Invisible: Unveiling the Myths, Mysteries and Misconceptions about Health and Diseases. The lecture aims to address common misunderstandings and provide clarity on various health-related topics.
Official Announcement
The announcement was made in a statement jointly signed by the Acting Vice Chancellor, Professor Samuel G. Odewumi, and the Registrar and Secretary to Senate, Mrs. Blossom E. Okorie. The statement highlighted the significance of the inaugural lecture series, which serves as a platform for professors to share their research and insights with the academic community and the public.
Professor Eduwem is expected to draw on his extensive experience in radiology to explore how modern medical imaging can demystify health conditions and correct prevalent misconceptions. The lecture will also delve into the cultural and social beliefs that often surround diseases in Nigeria.
Members of the university community, healthcare professionals, and the general public are invited to attend the lecture, which promises to be an enlightening session on the intersection of science, medicine, and societal perceptions.
