Kogi State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Obangede, recently graduated 1,200 students.
Governor Yahaya Bello while speaking at the 6th Combined Convocation Ceremony of the College, restated his administration’s commitment to the development of education in Kogi State.
While congratulating the graduating students, the Governor emphasised the crucial role of education in nation-building and urged them to focus on acquiring practical skills.
He gave an assurance that his administration would sustain its priority for educational development in Kogi State.
Governor Bello commended the management of the institution for the remarkable progress and visible improvements in the school.
He expressed delight that under his leadership, the school has witnessed substantial growth, including the construction of classrooms, hostels, laboratories, and faculty buildings.
Earlier, the institution’s provost, Mrs. Hannah Abraham, attributed the success story recorded in the college to Governor Yahaya Bello through adequate funding.
She highlighted the school’s achievements, encompassing academic excellence, physical infrastructure development, staff training, and welfare.
She noted that all courses at the institution had received accreditation, making Kogi State College of Nursing and Midwifery in Obangede a sought-after nursing school in Nigeria.
Furthermore, the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) granted approval for the Kogi State College of Nursing and Midwifery in Obangede to offer the Higher National Diploma (HND) Programme in Nursing, which is already underway.
To ensure the quality of incoming students, the admission process has since been through the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB).
She highlighted the resolution of the longstanding challenge of hostel accommodation, with renovations to existing structures and the construction of new ones.
She commended Governor Bello for his substantial investments in education, spanning from primary to tertiary levels.
