Nile University of Nigeria marked another milestone in Medical Education with its 3rd Medical Attestation Ceremony and the induction of 37 medical graduates into full practice on Monday, December 2nd, 2024.
Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor of Nile University, Professor Dilli Dogo FNAMed, congratulated the new medical doctors on their remarkable achievement.
He commended their resilience, dedication, and hard work, which culminated in this historic moment.
He stated “Today marks your formal induction into the medical profession as doctors, and the beginning of a new chapter in your lives. This solemn occasion signifies the start of a journey on the challenging road of practice and service to humanity and God, a responsibility you must embrace with utmost seriousness.”
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Professor Dogo further emphasized that the 3rd Medical Attestation Ceremony is more than a celebration of academic excellence; it is a reflection of Nile University’s unwavering commitment to producing globally competitive healthcare professionals.
He highlighted the university’s dedication to equipping its graduates with the skills, knowledge, and ethical foundation needed to excel in the ever-evolving medical field while upholding the highest standards of medical practice.
Reinforcing Nile University’s commitment to recognizing and rewarding excellence, the Vice-Chancellor announced special awards for the three best graduating students who distinguished themselves with outstanding academic achievements. The honourees were Rabiu Aisha (5 Distinctions), Umemmuo Francis Odira (4 Distinctions), and Muutasim Muhammad Zayyan (4 Distinctions).
These outstanding graduates received numerous awards, including a 100% scholarship to pursue a postgraduate degree at Nile University of Nigeria. Additionally, all graduating doctors were gifted essential tools of medical practice, as a gesture of the university’s support for their professional journey.
The event reached an emotional peak during the Hippocratic Oath-taking, when the newly inducted medical doctors pledged to uphold the ethical principles of practice. Families, faculty members, and dignitaries in attendance were visibly moved as the doctors vowed to serve humanity with compassion and integrity.