The management of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, has officially scheduled the induction ceremony for the 19th Set (B) of medical graduates from the College of Medicine for the 2021/2022 academic session. This ceremony represents the formal transition of these scholars from the rigors of medical school into the esteemed medical profession, where they will take their professional oaths and receive their licenses to practice.
This milestone event is a testament to the resilience of the College of Medicine in producing high-caliber healthcare professionals capable of meeting national and global health challenges.
Ceremonial Schedule and Venue
The university has finalized all logistical arrangements to ensure the ceremony reflects the solemnity and prestige associated with the medical profession.
Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. prompt
Venue: International Conference/Students’ Centre, AAU, Ekpoma
Arrival Protocol: All inductees and invited guests are strictly advised to be seated by 10:30 a.m. to allow for the smooth entry of the academic and professional processions.
Academic Highlights: The Induction Lecture
A key feature of the ceremony is the Induction Lecture, which provides the new doctors with critical insights into the contemporary medical landscape. The university has invited Professor Marcellinus Uchechukwu Nwagu to serve as the Guest Lecturer.
As a Professor of Haematology and Blood Transfusion at Edo State University, Uzairue (Iyamho), Professor Nwagu brings a wealth of specialized knowledge. His address is expected to challenge the inductees to uphold the highest standards of ethics and clinical excellence as they begin their housemanship and beyond.
The Significance of the Induction Rite
For medical students at AAU, the induction is the final regulatory hurdle before they are recognized by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN). During this ceremony, the inductees will participate in:
The Hippocratic Oath: A foundational ritual where the new doctors swear to practice medicine ethically and put the welfare of their patients first.
Provisional Registration: The formal presentation of the certificates and documents required to begin their mandatory one-year internship (Housemanship).
The Academic Procession: A display of the university’s intellectual authority, featuring the Vice-Chancellor, the Provost of the College of Medicine, and distinguished members of the Senate.
Administrative Directives for Inductees
To ensure a seamless experience, inductees are reminded to:
Verify Documentation: Ensure all administrative clearances with the College of Medicine and the University Registry are finalized.
Professional Attire: Maintain the strict professional dress code mandated for the induction—typically formal corporate wear underneath the academic regalia.
Guest Management: Given the capacity of the International Conference Centre, inductees should adhere to the number of invited guests permitted per graduate to avoid overcrowding.
Ambrose Alli University continues to be a focal point for medical education in Nigeria, and this 19th Set (B) represents the next wave of practitioners tasked with advancing the country's healthcare system.