The Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) has inducted the pioneer Medical Laboratory Science graduates of Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU), Ikeji-Arakeji, into the profession.
The induction ceremony, held at the university’s Oba Olashore Auditorium on Thursday, marked a significant milestone for the institution. The event was officiated by the Registrar of the Council, Tosan Erabhor, who congratulated the university on this achievement and charged the inductees to maintain the highest ethical standards in their professional practice.
In his address, JABU’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Olasebikan Fakolujo, described the induction as a landmark accomplishment for both the university and the healthcare sector in Nigeria. He expressed gratitude to the leadership of Christ Apostolic Church and the governing council for their unwavering support in establishing the Medical Laboratory Science programme.
Prof. Fakolujo commended MLSCN for granting accreditation to the programme, which enables graduates to earn three distinct certificates, giving them a competitive edge in the medical laboratory field. He lauded the inductees for their dedication and resilience, urging them to commit to continuous professional development and uphold integrity and excellence in their duties.
“Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have paid off, and you have earned the right to be inducted into a profession that demands not only academic excellence but also compassion, empathy, and resilience,” Prof. Fakolujo stated.
The Dean of the College of Health Sciences, Dr. Adio Folayan, emphasized the pivotal role of medical laboratory scientists in healthcare delivery. He advised the inductees to remain steadfast in their commitment to professional ethics, continuous learning, and societal impact.
Dr. Roland Bejide, Head of the Medical Laboratory Science Department, highlighted the department’s achievements, including a 100% pass rate in professional examinations and full accreditation from MLSCN. He also acknowledged the university management’s efforts in equipping the department with state-of-the-art facilities, which not only provide exceptional training but also support diagnostic services.
The event featured a lecture titled “The Role of Medical Laboratory Science in Precision Medicine,” delivered by the guest speaker, Prof. Tatfeng Mirabeau. He described medical laboratory scientists as indispensable in precision medicine, contributing to disease diagnosis, patient care, and health promotion.
Certificates were presented to 13 graduating students during the ceremony. The best graduating student, Samuel Ogunmola, speaking on behalf of the inductees, expressed gratitude to the university and pledged to be an exemplary ambassador of JABU.
The induction ceremony comes shortly after the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria inducted JABU’s first set of nursing graduates, further underscoring the university’s commitment to producing world-class professionals in the healthcare sector.
Prof. Fakolujo reiterated JABU’s dedication to providing cutting-edge facilities and training programs to meet global standards. He expressed confidence in the graduates’ ability to significantly impact Nigeria’s healthcare system.
