12/10/2024
Assalamualaikum warahmatullah.
Dear pioneering graduates of our various Colleges of Health Sciences and Technology,
On behalf of the proprietors, provosts, staff, and the state Ministry of Tertiary Institutions, Community health Extention worker Board Abuja, I am honored to address you today, October 12, 2024, as the chairman representing private colleges within the state.
Your graduation is a testament to your perseverance, dedication, and hard work. Congratulations! You have made history as the 2024 set of graduates from our esteemed institutions. Your achievement is not only a personal milestone but also a reflection of our colleges' commitment to excellence.
As you embark on your professional journey, I charge you to be good ambassadors of your college, carrying the values of:
- *Discipline*: staying focused and committed to your profession
- *Respect*: treating colleagues, patients, and communities with dignity
- *Compassion*: providing empathetic care, regardless of patients' backgrounds or means
As healthcare professionals, you will encounter diverse patients. Treat each individual with kindness, empathy, and dignity, regardless of their ability to pay or show appreciation. Your selflessness and expertise will be the beacon of hope for those seeking care.
As leaders, strive for excellence, innovate, and inspire others. Stay updated with the latest advancements in healthcare and continuously seek knowledge to improve your craft.
To succeed, remain focused, disciplined, and resilient. Never give up on your dreams, even in the face of challenges. Draw strength from your education, training, and the support of your colleagues and loved ones.
I am proud of each and every one of you. You will always be remembered as pioneers who paved the way for future generations. Your career is not just a profession but a calling to serve humanity. Keep building your skills, expanding your knowledge, and touching lives.
Once again, congratulations! May Allah guide and bless you on your future endeavors. Thank you.
Mujahid Adamu
Executive Director, Ar-Rahmaniyya College of Health Sciences and Technology
*Chairman* , Association of Proprietors of Private Health Tertiary Institutions, Niger State.