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MDCN Inducts 250 Foreign-Trained Doctors and Dentists

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has inducted 250 foreign-trained doctors and dentists who passed its June 2026 Assessment Examination.
  • These newly inducted professionals are now authorized to practice medicine and dentistry in Nigeria.
  • The induction ceremony emphasized upholding ethics, discipline, and professionalism, with a call to continuously update skills and prioritize patient welfare.

The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) officially inducted 250 foreign-trained medical and dental graduates into the profession on Tuesday. These individuals successfully passed the council's June 2026 Assessment Examination, granting them the authority to practice in Nigeria.

The oath you are taking today must serve as a guiding principle, reminding you that your duty transcends personal convenience.

— Prof. Fatima KyariRegistrar of MDCN, addressing the newly inducted professionals during the Pledge-Taking Ceremony.

The induction and Pledge-Taking Ceremony, held in Abuja, included 238 medical doctors and 12 dental surgeons. Prof. Fatima Kyari, Registrar of the MDCN, congratulated the inductees, urging them to maintain the high standards of ethics, discipline, and professionalism expected of practitioners. She stated that fulfilling the council's requirements signifies a lifelong commitment to quality healthcare, integrity, and compassionate patient service.

I urge you to rely on credible scientific evidence, uphold professional ethics and use digital technologies responsibly in your medical practices.

— Mr. Olusegun AdeniyiGuest speaker, cautioning inductees about misinformation and responsible use of technology.

Prof. Muhammad Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, represented by Dr. Gloria Uzoigwe, stressed the Federal Government's commitment to strengthening Nigeria's health workforce. He encouraged the new professionals to uphold the highest standards in their duties. Guest speaker Mr. Olusegun Adeniyi cautioned the inductees about the risks of misinformation and disinformation in the digital age, urging them to rely on credible scientific evidence and use technology responsibly. Inductees expressed their commitment to contributing meaningfully to healthcare delivery in Nigeria.

This is a dream come true. With this, I pledge to contribute meaningfully to healthcare delivery in Nigeria.

— Dr. Ummukhulsum HabibAn inductee expressing her commitment after the ceremony.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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