By Israel Adamu, Jos
Bingham University, Karu, in Nasarawa State, on Wednesday inducted 80 doctors into the medical profession. Speaking during the induction ceremony in Jos, the Plateau State capital, the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor Haruna Kuje Ayuba, urged the new doctors to uphold professionalism in the discharge of their duties. He emphasized their responsibility to remain dedicated to saving lives and serving society with integrity. Prof. Ayuba commended the graduates for their perseverance and skill in completing the rigorous six-year clinical program.
He encouraged the newly inducted doctors to be innovative and always strive for excellence. “Today marks a great milestone in the history of Bingham University as we induct the 2017/2018 set of the university’s trained medical doctors. By this, we are helping to fill the manpower gap in the medical profession in the country,” he said. “Out of the 80 inducted, there are 57 females and 23 males. I am particularly excited that we are producing more female doctors than male doctors. This means we are strategically raising educated generations, as these women will ensure their children also excel academically.” “With your induction and oath-taking ceremony, you have agreed to work with the highest sense of professionalism and ethical standards. You must adhere strictly to the codes and ethics of your profession,” he added.
The Vice-Chancellor also reminded the inductees of the values instilled in them during their training. “During your studies at Bingham University, you have acquired both spiritual and academic knowledge, as well as the necessary skills for self-reliance. In an environment filled with quacks, we expect you to be worthy ambassadors of Bingham University and Christ wherever you go,” he stated. “You are now medical missionaries. Do not be driven solely by profit, but by what Jesus wants you to do and where He wants you to go. You have succeeded in your studies, and we now look forward to seeing you excel in your journey as medical professionals and missionaries,” he concluded.
A medical elder, Professor Jeremiah Aboi Madaki, in his speech, urged the newly inducted doctors to resist the urge to relocate abroad, advising them to remain committed and patriotic in serving their country. “I must say this—please don’t japa. Let’s do this together and build a better image for the health sector and our nation,” he appealed. “Being labeled a medical doctor carries with it the duty of care to individuals, families, and communities. You now have a responsibility to patients, families, the medical profession, colleagues, and, of course, as ambassadors of your alma mater. Henceforth, you will be expected at all times to show empathy and compassion in dealing with people and their health concerns.”
The Provost of the College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences at Bingham University, Professor Haroun Omeizah Isah, also spoke at the event. He highlighted that with the induction of the new doctors, the institution has now produced 711 medical doctors since its inception in 2006, contributing significantly to Nigeria’s healthcare workforce.
“This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the hand of Almighty God and the unwavering support of the university’s proprietor, the Church of Christ in All Nations (ECWA),” he said. “It is a testament to ECWA’s resolve to produce high-quality medical doctors who excel in knowledge, character, and skills, and who practice medicine in the fear of Christ.”
Hee urged the new doctors to be good ambassadors of the institution. “As you take the Hippocratic Oath, you are making a solemn commitment to uphold the highest ethical standards in your practice,” he stated. –
