.Convocates 930 students
Emmanuel Awari, Jalingo
A total number of 930 students of the Taraba State College of Nursing Script has convocate.
The Provost, Dr. Mrs. Dorcas S. Dugule, disclosed this during the 2nd Convocation of the College in Jalingo.
She expressed appreciation to Governor Agbu Kefas for his continued support for the development of the College.
“Your commitment to the health and education sectors is evidence in the massive infrastructural development we are witnessing in this college. New lecture halls, skills laboratories, hostels and perimeter fencing are testimonies to your “Moving Forward” agenda.
“On behalf of Council, management, staff and students, we say thank you Sir. Your investment in human capital will save lives for generations to come,” she said.
Dr. Dugule appealed to the Governor on other matters which include, security, staffing and up coming accreditation.
“We plead our continued commitment to producing competent, ethical and professional Nurses for Taraba State.
“We request additional security personnel, patrol support and gadgets that can protect our equipments and the facilities we have on ground. We seek urgent approval to recruit additional academic and non academic staff to meet NBTE and NMCN standards. We solicit government support on the visit of NMCN to ensure that the College meet every requirement needed for the success of accreditation,” she stated.
She noted that the administration had contributed significantly to the improvement of infrastructure at the institution, citing the construction of lecture halls, perimeter fencing and other developmental projects as notable interventions.
The Provost congratulated the graduands and urged them to uphold the values, discipline and professional standards acquired during their training.
“To our graduands, go and serve with excellence. Let the light of Taraba State College of Nursing Science Jalingo shine through every ward, clinic and you enter.
She appreciated the parents and family members for the sacrifice that brought the graduands to the current level.
Meanwhile, Governor Kefas has described the College as second to none in the country in terms of infrastructure and facilities.
The Governor represented by the Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. John Bonzena, disclosed this during the 2nd Combined Convocation Ceremony in Jalingo.
He said that the efforts are designed to support training and help students learn effectively.
“We are also encouraged by the progress towards the affiliation of Bachelor of Nursing Science program. This will strengthen the capacity we need for the future of health care in Taraba State.
The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the state’s education sector and supporting the development of tertiary institutions to provide quality education and professional training.
“Education remains central to our administration’s agenda of Moving Forward. Government’s responsibility is not only to establish schools, we must also strengthen them, so they produce graduates who meet the needs of society and raise the standard of service in every sector,” he said.
According to him, nurses are more than health workers.
“You are the first to offer comfort and steady support that patients and families need when life becomes difficult.
He assured the college community that the state Government recognizes the importance of the College.
“We have continued to support improvement in the learning environment including, lecture facilities, equipped laboratories, student accommodation, and measure to strength security around the College.
“You will agree with me that the College is second to none in Nigeria in terms of infrastructure and facilities,” he added.
He disclosed that the state Government had released funds for the accreditation exercise by the Nursing Council of Nigeria, adding that the Government is aware of the value of accreditation and promise to continue supporting the College within available resources.
He charged the graduands to uphold the highest ethical standards, treat every patient with dignity and respect, protect confidentiality, work responsibility with colleagues and healthcare professionals, continues learning and do more than illness, considering their responsibilities as nurses.
“As nurses, you will work with people in some of the must vulnerable moments of their lives. So you must do more than treat illness. You must also demonstrate compassion, patience and professionalism.
He urged the graduands to be good ambassadors of the College and the state.
“Let your conduct, competence and integrity bring honour to the College that trained you,” he concluded.
In his remarks, the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Hon. Dr. Mike Dio Jen, in his solidarity address, congratulated the graduands and charged them to become good ambassadors of the College.
“I encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities provided by your education to continue to improve your professional knowledge and skills, and contribute meaningfully to the healthcare sector and the development of society,” he said.
The Commissioner also expressed gratitude to Governor Kefas for his continued support for education and tertiary institutions across Taraba State.
In her address, the Provost, Dr. Mrs. Dorcas S. Dugule, expressed appreciation to Governor Kefas for his continued support for the development of the College.
She noted that the administration had contributed significantly to the improvement of infrastructure at the institution, citing the construction of lecture halls, perimeter fencing and other developmental projects as notable interventions.
The Provost congratulated the graduands and urged them to uphold the values, discipline and professional standards acquired during their training.
“To our graduands, you have endure sleepless nights, grueling clinical rotations and academic region to stand. You have leave this College not merely as graduates, but as ambassadors of this great College and for the Nursing profession itself.
She charged them to hold fast to the ethics and professionalism that define nursing.
“Nursing is not just a job, but a calling. Threat every patient with dignity, empathy and respect regardless of status, tribe or religion – she said.
“Guard patient information jealously and do what is right even when no one is watching. Update your knowledge, embrace evidence based practice and remain humble enough to keep learning.
“Remember, the uniform you wear, carries the reputation of this College and the trust of the people of Taraba State,” she added.
In his remarks, the Chairman of Tertiary Education Institutions and Vice-Chancellor of Taraba State University, Prof. Sunday Paul Bako, delivered a goodwill message on behalf of the state’s tertiary institutions.
“This convocation is a significant academic occasion that formally recognizes the completion of studies while also serving as a launching point for graduates to enter society and apply the knowledge and skills acquired during your training.
He commended Governor Kefas for directing tertiary institutions in the state to address outstanding convocation backlogs.
According to him, the Governor’s directive has resulted in renewed efforts by institutions across the state to conduct their long-overdue ceremonies, some of which had accumulated over many years.
Prof. Bako noted that the College’s ceremony was the fifth in the series of combined convocations, with Taraba State University expected to hold the sixth. He expressed appreciation to Governor Kefas for what he described as his commitment and passion for the development of education, particularly tertiary education.
“I urge you to maintain high professional standards as you begin their careers in the healthcare sector,” he said.
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