Registrar of the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria, Pharm. Ibrahim Ahmed. Photo: PCN

The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria on Monday inducted 85 foreign-trained Nigerian pharmacists into the profession, charging them to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and patient care as they begin their practice in the country.

The induction took place during the oath-taking and induction ceremony for participants in the first cycle of the 2026 Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Orientation Programme held in Abuja.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Registrar of the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria, Pharm. Ibrahim Ahmed, described the induction as more than a ceremonial event, saying it marked the beginning of a new professional journey built on knowledge, experience and a shared commitment to quality healthcare.

“I welcome you all to this important and memorable occasion of the induction of foreign pharmacists. Today marks not only a ceremonial event but also the beginning of a new professional era that brings together knowledge, experience, and a shared commitment to quality healthcare,” Ahmed said.