LASUTH Caregiver Academy Graduates First Cohort
By Saheed Afolabi
The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) Caregiver Academy celebrated the graduation of its inaugural class on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at the hospital’s MRC Auditorium.
In his welcoming address, LASUTH’s Chief Medical Director, Professor Adetokunbo O. Fabamwo, emphasized the academy’s mission to provide top-tier training that equips individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to offer compassionate and professional care to patients in various settings.
He highlighted the growing demand for skilled caregivers and the academy’s commitment to bridging this gap.
Professor Fabamwo congratulated the graduating students and expressed his gratitude for the support of the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi. He also commended the faculty members of the LASUTH Caregiver Academy for their dedication and expertise.
The Chairman of the Lagos State Health Service Commission, Dr. Atinuke Onayiga, praised the students for their hard work and dedication. She reminded them that they are not just graduates but ambassadors of excellence, representing the “Excellent Spirit of Lagos.”
Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi, Special Adviser on Health to the Lagos State Governor, extended her congratulations to the graduating caregivers and their families. She emphasized the crucial role caregivers play in the healthcare system and urged the graduates to prioritize customer service and consider pursuing further education in nursing or medicine.
Professor Akin Abayomi, the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, commended the LASUTH Caregiver Academy for its innovative approach to addressing the shortage of healthcare support services.
He congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to exhibit empathy, decorum, and attentiveness in their caregiving roles.
The LASUTH Caregiver Academy was established to meet the growing need for skilled caregivers and to provide opportunities for young people seeking employment. The academy aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES Plus Agenda and the Federal Government’s efforts to increase the number of healthcare workers in Nigeria.
