It was an epic event as the Bayelsa Medical University held its 4th Matriculation Ceremony on Saturday 17th, June, 2023 at the New Roof-Top Auditorium of the University.
In his opening remark, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ebitimitula Nicholas Etebu, welcomed all Vice Chancellors and principal Officers of other universities present, special guests, staff and the matriculating students to the 4th Matriculation Ceremony.
After welcoming the students into this great citadel of learning and to the 2022/2023 Academic year, he congratulated them for earning their place in the various academic programmes in view of the limited number of places available for students.
The Vice Chancellor stated that it is on record that the establishment of Bayelsa Medical University increased the number of places available to potential students in Nigeria’s higher education institutions in the 2022/2023 session. Moreover, there is a very high demand for places in medical schools in Nigeria which the higher education system has not been able to adequately accommodate, but with the establishment of Bayelsa Medical University, the quota
for Sciences, Medical Health Sciences has increased in Nigeria.
Prof Etebu during his opening remark
Prof Etebu during his opening remark
We are immensely grateful to the Bayelsa State Government for locating the Bayelsa Medical University within the premises of the 500-bed hospital with its quality physical facilities and modern medical equipment and for making this beautiful health facility the Teaching hospital of Bayelsa Medical University and also for yielding the world-class Bayelsa Diagnostic Centre and the Mother and Child Hospital located within this premises to this University. Adding that all these facilities surely enhance effective teaching, learning, and research activities in BMU and also enable us provide quality healthcare to our people.
He noted that the trend of establishing Medical Universities is catching up fast in Nigeria. BMU has been inundated with visits from sister states who have taken a cue from us in Bayelsa but have gone further to surpass us and even lobbied for their universities to be adopted as one of the Federal Medical Universities being established in each of the 6 geo-political zones. Currently, the 6 geo-political zones have identified locations of the new Federal Medical Universities.
Students in a group photograph
Prof Etebu urged the students to realize that their academic dreams and future careers are in their hands to make a success of and also to embrace academic integrity by learning and understanding the rules of academic engagement as stipulated in the statutes and regulations of the university. He also advised them to shun all forms of examination malpractices so that their efforts at pursuing their dreams will not be in vain.
He informed the students that while they are pursuing their studies with diligence, they will also be establishing lasting friendly relationships with their professors, lecturers, administrators, and fellow students who come from diverse geographical and ethnic backgrounds with the common purpose of the pursuit of knowledge and acquisition of life skills. He advised them that as they interact with significant others, they should always weigh the consequences of their individual and collective decisions and actions so that they do not lose focus on their mission in the institution. He entreated them to maintain a good balance between their academic work, extra-curricular activities, social media, and social engagements on campus.
He also advised them to choose their new friends wisely and avoid cultism on campus, shun drug abuse in order to stay mentally and emotionally smart at all times.
The VC used the opportunity to salute the and congratulate their parents, guardians, and sponsors that have made it possible for them to pursue their dream careers at the university. He beseeched the matriculating students to ensure that the financial investment of their parents, guardians, and sponsors in their education is properly utilized and make sure they give them a good return on their sponsorship.
The matriculating students in the faculty of Sciences presented by their Dean, Professor Uche Onwudiegwu
The matriculating students in the faculty of Basic Medical Sciences presented by their Dean, Dr Timipa Ogoun.
The matriculating students in the faculty of Health Sciences were by their Dean, Dr Doris Dotimi.
The matriculating students in the faculties of Clinical Sciences and Basic Clinical Sciences presented by their Dean, Professor C.
In attendance of the 4th Matriculation Ceremony of the 2022/2023 academic session were His Excellency, Senator Douye Diri, Executve Governor of Bayelsa State and visitor to the Bayelsa medical University, represented by Mr Mark Boloowei, Assistant Chief Education Officer, Ministry of Education, Bayelsa State. Mr. Mark also represent the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Education, Dr. Gentle Emelah, who was out of town on official assignment.
Mr. Mark Boloowei, Assistant Chief Education Officer, Ministry of Education, Bayelsa State, representing the Executive Governor and Honourable Commissioner
Also present were Principal Officers, Management, Deans, Academic Directors, Lecturers, and other Staff of the University which included but not limited to Prof Ebitimitula. N. Etebu, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Paingha Joe Alagoa, deputy Vice Chancellor, Dr Guagha M. Berezi, Registrar, Dr (Barr.) Victor Idiedo, Librarian, Mr. Geoffrey Alagba, Bursar, Professor Uche Onwudiegwu, Dean faculty of Sciences/Director Institute of Medical Education, Dr Timipa Ogoun, Dean Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Dr Doris Dotimi,Dean Faculty of Health Sciences, Professor C, Dean faculties of Clinical Sciences and Basic Clinical Sciences, Dr (Mrs.) Chidinma Daokoru-Olukole, Director Academic Planning, Research and Innovation, Dr Godwill Ziriki, Director Foundation Studies, Prof. Dirikon Teilanyo, Director Centre for Entrepreneurial and general Studies, Dr Teibowei Marie, Director Institute of Foreign Languages and Biomedical Translations,
Mrs. Uche Zakari, representing JAMB Registrar
overview of the audience
Academic Procession
Students’ procession into the auditorium
Signed:
Dr. Teibowei Marie
PRO/DIRECTOR IFL-BT