250 foreign-trained doctors and dentists inducted by MDCN
The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria has inducted 250 foreign-trained medical and dental graduates who passed its June 2026 Assessment Examination. The ceremony took place in Abuja and included both medical doctors and dental surgeons. Prof. Fatima Kyari, the council’s Registrar, congratulated the new professionals and emphasized the importance of ethics and professionalism. Other speakers at the event urged the inductees to uphold high standards and use technology responsibly in their practice.
Highlights
- 250 foreign-trained graduates were inducted after passing the June 2026 Assessment Examination.
- The inductees included 238 medical doctors and 12 dental surgeons.
- Prof. Fatima Kyari urged the new professionals to prioritize ethics, discipline, and patient welfare.
- Prof. Muhammad Pate, represented by Dr Gloria Uzoigwe, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the health workforce.
- Guest speaker Olusegun Adeniyi highlighted the impact of social media and AI, urging responsible use of technology and adherence to professional ethics.
