Nursing council urges new Benue nurses to uphold ethics
Dr Alhassan Ndagi, Registrar of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, has advised the first set of graduates from the Department of Nursing Science at Moses Orshio Adasu University to maintain high professional standards. Speaking at their induction ceremony, he stressed the importance of combining clinical competence with compassion and empathy. The graduates were reminded of the responsibilities and ethical expectations that come with their new roles. Other speakers, including Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia and Prof. Timothy Alabar, encouraged the new nurses to be ambassadors of excellence and integrity.
What we know
- Dr Alhassan Ndagi charged the 57 graduates to uphold ethical standards and empathy in their nursing careers.
- The induction ceremony was held at the College of Health Sciences, marking the graduates' transition into certified professionals.
- Graduates will proceed on a one-year internship with a temporary licence before being issued a permanent licence based on their performance.
- Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia urged the new nurses to remember the human aspect behind every patient and pledged support for healthcare development.
- Prof. Timothy Alabar and Dr Ukemde Freeman highlighted the importance of competence, critical thinking, and soft skills in modern nursing.
