Lead City University (LCU), Ibadan, is set to mark a momentous professional milestone as it hosts the Nursing & Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) Induction Ceremony for its graduating nursing students. The event, scheduled for Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026, represents the final formal transition for the Class of 2026 from students to licensed healthcare professionals.
Event Schedule and Venue
The ceremony is scheduled to commence at 11:00 a.m. prompt and will be held at the prestigious Adeline Hall within the university campus. This venue, known for hosting significant academic and professional gatherings, will serve as the backdrop for the administration of the professional oath.
Distinguished Guests and Hosts
The induction will feature prominent figures from the nursing profession and the healthcare sector, providing the new inductees with insights from veteran practitioners.
Special Guests:
Assoc. Prof. Chizoma M. Ndikom: From the Faculty of Nursing, University of Ibadan, a respected academic and clinical leader.
Adeoye Beatrice Alinuke: The Director of Nursing Services for Oyo State, representing the clinical and regulatory leadership of the profession in the region.
Institutional Hosts:
Assoc. Prof. Christiana A. Owopetu: The Dean of the Faculty of Nursing at Lead City University, who will serve as the primary host of the faculty's celebration.
Prof. Kabiru Aderemi Adeyemo: The Vice-Chancellor of Lead City University, who will preside as the Chief Host of the ceremony.
The Significance of NMCN Induction
This ceremony is the legal and professional gateway into the Nursing & Midwifery profession in Nigeria. By taking the oath administered by the NMCN, the graduates are formally licensed to practice as registered nurses (RN), committed to the ethics, standards, and life-saving responsibilities of the profession. This induction is the culmination of years of rigorous clinical training and theoretical studies at Lead City University.