The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has formally inducted 101 new medical graduates from Babcock University’s Benjamin Carson Senior College of Health and Medical Sciences, Ilisan-Remo, Ogun State.
The ceremony, held at the university’s Amphitheatre, was led by MDCN Registrar, Dr. Fatima Kyari, represented by Dr. Tijani Ali. Of the inductees, 32 earned distinctions in various courses, including 24-year-old Chisom Okafor, who emerged as the best graduating student with 10 distinctions.
Administering the oath of allegiance, Kyari urged the new doctors to uphold the ethics of the profession, maintain integrity, and show empathy in their practice. She warned against unethical conduct, stressing that any breach of professional standards would attract sanctions.
“Medical practice may not be the most financially rewarding, but it earns societal respect. You must apply your knowledge with diligence, respect all patients and colleagues, and maintain confidentiality at all times,” she said. Kyari also encouraged those pursuing further studies abroad to return and contribute to Nigeria’s healthcare system.
Babcock University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ademola Tayo, represented by Deputy VC (Academic) Prof. Philemon Amanze, described the graduates as well-trained in skills, knowledge, and character. He charged them to remain committed to saving lives and adding value to society.
Provost of the College, Prof. John Sotunsa, emphasised the link between a healthy population and national development, calling the new doctors “national assets” whose work will impact Nigeria’s socioeconomic growth.
Guest speaker and Rivers State Health Commissioner, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, advised the inductees to remain resilient and innovative in overcoming professional challenges.
In his valedictory speech, Okafor expressed gratitude to the university and their families, pledging to contribute positively to the global medical community.
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