142 graduates have been inducted into the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) by the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus, Anambra State.
Professor Greg Nwakoby, the university’s vice-chancellor, stated in his opening speech that the university and faculty would not exist without the backing of the state government. He clarified that the institution’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences was not established lightly and listed the different difficulties he encountered upon taking office, along with the ways in which they were resolved.
He expressed gratitude to Dr. Ifeanyi Okoye of Juhel Nigeria Limited and Igwe Alex Onyido of Ogidi for their contributions to the faculty, which included furnishing the e-library and laboratory, donating new structures to the university, and helping the faculty get accredited.
After undergoing rigorous training for five years, the graduates have been confirmed worthy in character and academics, according to Professor Theophine Akunne, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences. They are also well-equipped to practise pharmacy anywhere in the world.
Dr. Ikem Odumodu, the keynote speaker, addressed the inductees on the theme of the event, “Welcome to a World of Opportunities and Possibilities.” He urged them to seize opportunities rather than wait for them to present themselves, as the pharmacy profession offers a wide range of jobs and career opportunities for talented pharmacists.
Dr. Okoye, the Chairman of Juhel Nigeria Limited, stated his belief that attendees would follow the laws and guidelines of the industry, describing it as an alluring one where one can either destroy or flourish in a matter of months.
The inductees have worked hard over the years to reach this point, according to Pharm. Ibrahim Ahmed, Registrar of the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria. He also advised them to uphold high ethical standards in their practise as they fulfil other requirements of the council, such as completing a one-year internship programme. Additionally, he exhorted them to keep developing their lifesaving abilities.
In her valedictory speech, pharmacist Cynthia Obikeze, who was named the best graduating student, thanked everyone who had helped her and her fellow graduates get to where they are today and encouraged the next generation of pharmacy students to establish objectives and concentrate on reaching them.
The graduates’ parents, guardians, friends, family, and well-wishers, including traditional rulers and PSN members from both Anambra State and elsewhere, attended the occasion held in the university auditorium.
