On Saturday, 17th August 2024, the Registrar/Chief Executive of the Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria (RRBN), Prof. Mark Chukwudi Okeji, presided over the 19th Induction and Oath-Taking Ceremony for the graduating students of Radiography at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus (UNEC).
The colorful ceremony marked a historic milestone in the lives of the inductees, who officially took their professional oath, pledging commitment to ethical practice and service to humanity through Radiography.
In his remarks, Prof. Okeji congratulated the new Radiographers on their successful academic journey and emphasized the importance of professionalism, integrity, and dedication in their practice. He reminded them that the Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria, established by Decree 42 of 1987 (now CAP R1 LFN 2004), exists to regulate the practice of Radiography in Nigeria and ensure global standards are maintained.
“The oath you have taken today is not just a formality,” Prof. Okeji stated, “it is a lifelong commitment to serve humanity with diligence, competence, and compassion. Radiography is a critical component of healthcare delivery, and you must uphold the ethics and responsibilities that come with this noble profession.”
He further highlighted the vision of RRBN to position Radiography as a leading health profession in Nigeria and its mission of promoting and enhancing the image of Radiography in Nigeria and across the West African sub-region.
The induction ceremony witnessed the presence of academic leaders, distinguished guests, families, and friends who celebrated the achievements of the new professionals. The event also served as a reminder of RRBN’s mandate to maintain a comprehensive register of all Radiographers in Nigeria while advancing continuous professional development in the field.
The new inductees expressed their excitement and readiness to contribute their skills to Nigeria’s health system, with renewed dedication to patient-centered care.
This induction adds to the growing number of certified Radiographers in Nigeria, reinforcing the RRBN’s mission of ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery and raising the professional standards of Radiography practice nationwide.
