Babcock University has officially inducted 101 newly graduated medical doctors from the Benjamin Carson Senior College of Health and Medical Sciences into the medical profession.
The induction ceremony, held at the university’s Amphitheatre, was conducted by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). The graduates took the oath of allegiance, pledging to uphold the ethical standards of the profession.
MDCN Registrar, Dr. Fatima Kyari—represented by Tijani Ali—urged the new doctors to remain committed to serving humanity, shun unethical practices, and uphold integrity in their work. She emphasised the importance of diligence, collaboration with senior colleagues, and respect for other health workers and patients. Kyari also advised them to seek second opinions when necessary to ensure the best patient outcomes.
The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ademola Tayo, represented by Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Prof. Philemon Amanze, congratulated the inductees and their families. He noted that the graduates had been thoroughly equipped with the knowledge, skills, and character needed for the profession, charging them to see themselves as “healers, hope bearers, and medical missionaries” who must never compromise standards.
Provost of the Benjamin Carson Sr. College, Prof. John Sotunsa, highlighted the critical role of medical professionals in national development and encouraged the doctors to apply their training towards making a positive difference in society.
Best-graduating student, Dr. Chisom Okafor—who finished with 10 distinctions—delivered the valedictorian address, expressing gratitude to God, the university, and their families. She described their training at Babcock as world-class and reaffirmed the graduates’ readiness to contribute meaningfully to improving global healthcare.
