Uphold Empathy, Integrity, Ogun Health College Charges Graduands as it Convokes 422
De Potter College of Health Technology, Oru-Ijebu, has graduated a total of 422 students from its 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 academic sessions, urging the new health professionals to uphold empathy, integrity, and strict ethical standards as they enter the nation’s healthcare workforce.
Speaking at the combined convocation ceremony, the Provost, Dr. Oluwaseyi Adeware, said the institution is committed to producing competent and compassionate health workers who can contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s healthcare system. He emphasised that professionalism alone is not enough, noting that empathy, honesty and integrity remain indispensable qualities for anyone aspiring to deliver quality healthcare. According to him, healthcare workers must demonstrate compassion in patient care, maintain high moral standards, and resist unethical practices capable of undermining public trust. He reminded the graduates that the health sector relies heavily on trust and urged them to “serve with conscience, commitment, and humanity. The convocation also featured the recognition of outstanding students, including the overall best graduating student, Ruth Adesida, who received special commendation for academic excellence. College officials described the graduating class as resilient and well-prepared for the health sector, noting that they had undergone rigorous training across various disciplines. They urged the graduates to embrace continuous learning and professional development to remain relevant in an evolving healthcare landscape. The event drew parents, community leaders, and health professionals who applauded the institution’s consistent contribution to strengthening the mid-level health workforce in Ogun State and Nigeria at large. As the 422 new graduates move into hospitals, clinics, and community health centres across the country, stakeholders expressed confidence that the emphasis on empathy and integrity will help improve healthcare delivery and rebuild public confidence in the system.
