KWASU Announces 7th Oath-Taking and Induction Ceremony for Medical Laboratory Scientists, 2024/2025 Session

Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, is set to officially induct its newest cohort of healthcare professionals in a significant milestone marking the transition from academic training to professional practice. The University has announced the 7th Oath-Taking and Induction Ceremony for newly qualified Medical Laboratory Scientists of the 2024/2025 academic session. This event highlights KWASU’s commitment to excellence in medical education and community-focused healthcare development.

Invitation to Stakeholders

The Vice-Chancellor of KWASU, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Alade Jimoh (FCIPDM, FCPA), on behalf of the University Management, cordially invites the university community, healthcare stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and the general public to participate in this landmark event.

The induction ceremony is more than a formality; it is a professional rite of passage where graduates formally pledge to uphold the ethics, standards, and integrity of medical laboratory science. The University emphasizes that the ceremony represents both personal achievement and professional responsibility as the graduates prepare to join the workforce and contribute meaningfully to healthcare delivery across Nigeria.

• Date: Tuesday, 24th March, 2026
• Time: 11:00 AM Prompt
• Venue: Mini Convocation Arena, KWASU, Malete

All participants are expected to be seated at the venue on time, with dignitaries and invited guests accorded special seating arrangements in recognition of their contributions to the medical and academic sectors.

Purpose and Significance of the Ceremony

The induction ceremony serves multiple purposes:

1. Professional Transition: It officially transitions students from academic life to clinical and professional practice, making them eligible to practice as registered Medical Laboratory Scientists.
2. Ethical Commitment: Graduates take a solemn oath to uphold professional ethics, patient safety, and clinical integrity, ensuring that the highest standards are maintained in laboratory practice.
3. Regulatory Compliance: Attendance and participation in the induction is a requirement by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) for formal professional recognition and licensure.
4. Institutional Showcase: The event provides a platform to demonstrate KWASU’s ongoing dedication to producing competent, ethical, and innovative healthcare professionals aligned with national and global healthcare standards.

As a university known as the “Green University for Community Development and Entrepreneurship,” KWASU emphasizes the creation of skilled manpower capable of driving innovation, improving public health outcomes, and fostering entrepreneurship in healthcare sectors

Expected Guests and Stakeholders

The ceremony is expected to host:

• Representatives from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
• Senior officials from state and federal health institutions
• Faculty members and administrative officers from KWASU
• Alumni and previous inductees
• Members of professional associations in medical laboratory sciences

The presence of regulatory and industry stakeholders underlines the importance of professional accountability and industry collaboration, ensuring graduates are well-integrated into the healthcare workforce upon induction.

Ceremony Proceedings

The induction ceremony will include:

1. Opening Remarks: Delivered by the Vice-Chancellor, highlighting the achievements of the graduates and KWASU’s role in producing qualified healthcare professionals.
2. Oath-Taking Ceremony: Graduates will recite the MLSCN professional oath, committing themselves to ethical practice and lifelong professional development.
3. Presentation of Certificates: Official recognition of successful completion of academic requirements for the Medical Laboratory Science programme.
4. Guest Addresses: Notable speakers from the health sector will provide insights on professional standards, innovation in medical laboratory practices, and community impact.
5. Closing Remarks: Summarizing the responsibilities and expectations of newly inducted Medical Laboratory Scientists.

KWASU’s Commitment to Healthcare Excellence

The University continues to strengthen its academic and practical training in health sciences to ensure graduates:

• Possess technical competence in modern laboratory procedures and diagnostics
• Demonstrate ethical responsibility and professional conduct in all clinical settings
• Contribute positively to community health initiatives and research
• Are equipped to adapt to evolving healthcare technologies and methodologies

This induction ceremony symbolizes KWASU’s dedication to nurturing well-rounded professionals capable of responding to national and global healthcare challenges.

Conclusion and Call to Attendance

KWASU Management, led by the Vice-Chancellor, strongly encourages all members of the university community, health sector stakeholders, families of graduates, and the general public to attend and witness this pivotal professional milestone.

The ceremony represents not only the achievement of the graduates but also the University’s continued commitment to producing ethically responsible, highly skilled healthcare professionals who will positively impact Nigeria’s healthcare landscape.

For more details on the 7th Oath-Taking and Induction Ceremony, visit the official KWASU website: www.kwasu.edu.ng