The newly appointed Chairman, Governing Council of the Kogi State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Obangede, Dr. Yusuf Abdulrahim has assured the State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo of his commitment to transforming the institute to global standard.
In a chat with newsmen in Lokoja, the state capital today, July 30, Dr. Yusuf Abdulrahim described the appointment by Governor Ododo as a great honour and a call to service, even as he pledged to bring his wealth of experience and commitment to bear in the upliftment of the College and the enhancement of healthcare education in the State.
“The Kogi State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Obangede, plays a critical role in training frontline health workers.
“I am committed to ensuring that the institution receives the support, reforms and innovations necessary to meet both local and global healthcare challenges.
“I am deeply humbled and sincerely grateful to His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, for finding me worthy of this responsibility. I accept this appointment with utmost humility and a strong sense of duty.”
Dr. Yusuf Abdulrahim pledged to work in collaboration with stakeholders in the health and education sectors to reposition the institution as a center of excellence for nursing and midwifery education in Nigeria.
He sought the cooperation of the management, staff, students, alumni, and the host community to achieve the shared vision of progress and excellence for the college.
