ONDO, ONDO STATE– The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), has actually reached a significant milestone in its objective to bridge the workforce gap in the health sector, finishing 90 trainees from its Expert Diploma in Health Support and Caregiving.
The first graduation event, held at the institution’s Odosida School auditorium on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, marks the formal entry of a new specialised labor force developed to offer important assistance in clinical and domestic care settings.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ebunoluwa Aderonke Adejuyigbe, noted that the programme’s successful conclusion strengthens UNIMED’s dedication to reinforcing Nigeria’s health care delivery through varied, knowledgeable workforce development.
Empathy Fulfills Technical Skills
Representing the Vice-Chancellor, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Patrick Osho, characterised the event as an event of both scholastic rigour and human character.
He emphasised that the function of a health assistant exceeds medical jobs, focusing greatly on the “frontline of care” where compassion and resilience are as vital as technical skill.
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A Calling Beyond the Center
In his address, the Director of the Programme, Professor C. J. Olowookere, explained caregiving as a “calling” instead of a simple task.
He highlighted that caregivers often function as the primary source of wish for clients who are navigating the most hard minutes of their lives.
He further charged the leader finishes to prioritise constant professional development, reminding them that the health care landscape is constantly evolving.
“Carers serve as companions and supporters,” Olowookere remarked, advising the class to preserve high standards of integrity as they move into personal and public health sectors.
Impact on the Health Care Sector
The graduation comes at a time when the need for specialised caregiving, particularly for the senior and those with persistent illnesses which is rising in Nigeria.
By formalising this training within a medical university setting, UNIMED is setting a standard for evidence-based caregiving that moves far from uncontrolled and informal practices.
As the 90 graduates transition into their respective careers, UNIMED authorities have actually prompted them to promote the highest requirements of professionalism.
The university management reaffirmed its intent to expand the program in subsequent sessions to accommodate more applicants, offered the crucial role these professionals play in supplying holistic comfort to clients throughout diverse health care settings.