NMCN Inducts 111 Pioneer Nursing Graduates of MAAUN Kano, Urges Professional Ethics
FNA NEWS, 25th Of OCTOBER, 2026
The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) has inducted 111 pioneer nursing graduates of Maryam Abacha University of Nigeria (MAAUN), Kano, into the nursing profession, marking a milestone for the university’s School of Nursing.
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The maiden induction and oath-taking ceremony was held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Professor Abubakar Adamu Rasheed Twin Theatre in the university.
The ceremony marked the formal entry of the institution’s first set of nursing graduates into the profession, with the Council urging them to uphold professional ethics, respect patients’ rights and commit to continuous learning.
NMCN Registrar Charges New Nurses on Ethics
Speaking after administering the professional oath, the Registrar of the NMCN, Dr Alhassan Ndagi, congratulated the graduates on their achievement.
He urged them to uphold the dignity of the nursing profession by prioritising the well-being of patients and maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
Ndagi also encouraged the newly inducted nurses to pursue further education, participate in professional development programmes and embrace technological advancements in healthcare delivery.
He cautioned them to maintain appropriate professional standards in their use of social media, noting the importance of responsible conduct in protecting the image and integrity of the profession.
According to reports of the ceremony, the Registrar explained that the inductees had been certified by the Council to practise nursing, subject to completing the mandatory one-year internship at an accredited health facility in Nigeria.
MAAUN Founder Urges Graduates to Represent University Well
The Founder of the MAAUN Group of Universities, Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, congratulated the graduates and urged them to be worthy ambassadors of the institution.
He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to producing skilled professionals capable of competing with their counterparts internationally.
The President of MAAUN, Professor Mohammad Israr, also highlighted the importance of nursing to healthcare delivery.
He described nursing as a profession built on compassion, dedication, sacrifice and a commitment to saving lives and serving humanity.
Israr emphasised that nurses play a central role in healthcare systems by providing care, comfort and support to patients and their families.
Lecture Highlights Five Core Values of Nursing
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The Dean of the School of Nursing, Dr Umar Lawal Bello, described the ceremony as an important milestone for the graduates and acknowledged the university management’s support in developing the nursing programme.
The induction lecture, titled “Improving the Image of the Nursing Profession Through Sustaining Its Core Values,” was delivered by Professor S. N. Garba of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Bayero University, Kano.
Garba identified five core values that should guide nursing practice:
- Altruism: Putting patients’ welfare and needs at the centre of care.
- Professionalism and clinical autonomy: Applying professional standards and sound clinical judgement.
- Human dignity and patient advocacy: Respecting patients’ rights and speaking up for their interests.
- Integrity and good moral standards: Maintaining honesty, accountability and ethical conduct.
- Leadership and collaboration: Working effectively with other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes.
The lecture underscored the importance of sustaining these values through ethical practice, professional development and responsible conduct.
The ceremony also featured awards for outstanding students and individuals who contributed to the graduates’ academic journey. University officials, parents, invited guests and nursing professionals attended the event.
What the Induction Means for the Nursing Profession
The induction of the 111 graduates represents a new milestone for MAAUN’s nursing programme and adds to the pool of newly inducted nurses entering Nigeria’s healthcare workforce.
However, professional induction is only one stage in the transition from university education to clinical practice. The mandatory internship provides an important period for graduates to develop and consolidate their practical skills in an accredited healthcare setting.
For the new nurses, the next stage will require continued learning, ethical decision-making, patient advocacy and a commitment to safe, evidence-based care.
As Nigeria continues to strengthen its healthcare workforce, preparing new nurses for professional practice must go hand in hand with supporting their development, providing appropriate clinical supervision and promoting working environments where they can deliver quality care.
The induction therefore serves not only as a celebration of academic achievement but also as a reminder of the responsibilities that accompany entry into the nursing profession.
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Durowoju Abisola is a registered nurse, nurse writer and On-Air Correspondent at Fellow Nurses Africa (FNA), passionate about nursing leadership, health education and advocacy.
Through journalism, storytelling and content creation, she amplifies important conversations around nursing, healthcare and the experiences of nurses in Nigeria. She is committed to using her voice and professional knowledge to educate the public, challenge misconceptions and inspire the next generation of nurses.
