Probing the passion: evaluating Nigerian medical students’ interests in research
This study highlights the strong interest in research among Nigerian medical students but also reveals notable barriers limiting their engagement. By addressing these challenges through structured mentorship programs, early exposure to research, curricular integration, equitable resource allocation, and regional interventions, institutions can bridge the gap between interest and active research participation. Establishing a supportive research culture is essential for empowering students to contribute meaningfully to scientific innovation and addressing local health challenges.
Authors
- Oladotun Olalusi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2842-3545)
- Rufus Akinyemi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5286-428X)
- Oluwatobi Joshua
- Ridwanullah Olamide Abdullateef (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9405-870X)
- C. U. Ezebialu
- Christabel Uche-Orji (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5371-0183)
- O O Bankole (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5754-0855)
- Joshua Alabi
- Kenneth Christian (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4592-1343)
- Samuel Aina (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2285-8158)
- Oluwatimilehin Oladapo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8718-9289)
- Chukwuebuka Asogwa (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4692-8106)
- Tobi Olajide
- Ayomide Fatola
- O. Ilori
- Jolly Thomas
- Joshua D. Adeniyi
- Nortazi Sanusi
- Abdulaziz Ejaz Ahmad
- Precious Miracle Wagwula
- Oghenemaro Akpooghene Jerry-Ogeme
- Oluwadabira Adewara (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-4369-0279)
- Emmanuel Ibitunde
- Mafusat Ojewumi
- Lawrence Rejoice
- Chisom Obah
- Elizabeth Ayegboyin
- Atoyebi Olaadura
- Isaac Adejumo
- Promise Enyesiobi
- Peace Alemede
- David Uzoechi
- Chimdalu Ezeani
- Ihunanyachi Agha-Okoro
- Godson Omumuawuike
- Jessica Gambo
- Peace Gbenle
- Olamide Odusola
- Chisom Okoye
- Esther Olaoye
- Angel Ogiemudia
Institutions
- University of Port Harcourt (NG)
- Abia State University (NG)
- University of Nigeria (NG)
- University of Ilorin (NG)
- University of Jos (NG)
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (NG)
- Benson Idahosa University (NG)
- University of Ibadan (NG)
- University of Lagos (NG)
- Bingham University (NG)
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NG)
- University College Hospital, Ibadan (NG)
- University of Calabar (NG)
- Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (NG)
- Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation (US)
- West Africa Vocational Education (NG)
- Obafemi Awolowo University (NG)
- Olabisi Onabanjo University (NG)
- Ebonyi State University (NG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Medical Education
- Published
- 2025-11-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-025-08277-2
- Primary Topic
- Health and Medical Research Impacts
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00