175 Foreign-Trained Pharmacists Inducted into Nigerian Healthcare Sector

The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) reached a significant milestone on Friday, January 9, 2026, as 175 foreign-trained Nigerian pharmacists were officially inducted into the profession. The Oath-Taking and Induction Ceremony took place at the National Universities Commission (NUC) in Maitama, Abuja.

The inductees represent the successful graduates of the second cycle of the 2025 Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Orientation Programme (FPGOP). The ceremony follows an intensive orientation and examination process designed to bridge international training with the specific regulatory and clinical requirements of the Nigerian healthcare environment.

Bridging the Gap: The program equipped the new pharmacists with the necessary local context to apply their global training effectively within Nigeria.

Call to Ethics: During the oath-taking, the inductees were charged to uphold the highest ethical standards and demonstrate leadership in their respective fields of practice.

Sector Impact: These 175 professionals are expected to significantly bolster the nation's healthcare workforce, improving access to quality pharmaceutical services.

The PCN extended its congratulations to the new practitioners, welcoming them as vital contributors to the nation’s health goals. "Having seamlessly bridged your international training with the realities of practice in Nigeria, you are now uniquely equipped to contribute to the nation’s health," the Council noted.