The Bole Nursing and Midwifery Training College (NMTC) has inducted 208 new students into its various health training programmes during its 14th matriculation ceremony, with a strong call on the fresh entrants to embrace discipline, compassion, and dedication to service.
The ceremony which took place at the new campus on the Bole-Manadari road on April 11, 2026 brought together Chief stakeholders and the mediaSpeaking at the ceremony, the Principal, Michael Yidana Mantamia, welcomed dignitaries, faculty, and students, describing the event as a significant milestone in the lives of the matriculants.
He noted that the presence of stakeholders and invited guests reaffirmed the importance of community support in building a strong institution.A breakdown of the admissions shows that 61 students were enrolled in Registered Public Health Nursing, 62 in Registered Midwifery, and 85 in the Nurse Assistant Clinical programme. Out of the total number, 35 are males representing 16.8 percent, while 173 are females representing 83.2 percent.
Addressing the students, the Principal emphasized that nursing is a calling that requires sacrifice, empathy, and commitment, rather than merely a means of securing employment or travelling abroad.“You are not just pursuing a career. You have answered a call to serve humanity, which demands selflessness, patience, and dedication,” he said.
He urged the students to remain focused and resilient throughout their training, cautioning that the journey would be challenging but achievable with determination and discipline.Mr. Mantamia also announced plans by management to introduce a scholarship scheme to reward academic excellence and practical competence.
According to him, students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance and discipline will receive financial support in their final year.Highlighting achievements of the college, he mentioned improved internet connectivity, successful renewal of institutional accreditation, fire safety training for staff and students and the demarcation of 50 acres of land for future expansion.
He also commended government for ongoing construction of a modern dining hall facility for the school.Despite these successes, the Principal outlined several challenges confronting the institution, including inadequate staffing, limited infrastructure, insufficient accommodation and lack of essential facilities such as ICT and skills laboratories.
He appealed to stakeholders to support the college’s ambition to transition into a degree-awarding institution.Chairman for the occasion, the Savannah Regional Member of the Council of State, H.E. Alhaji Abutu Sampson, encouraged the students to take their studies seriously and work hard towards achieving their goals.
He noted that success in life requires perseverance and commitment, urging the students to remain focused on their academic journey.The ceremony concluded with appreciation to stakeholders, staff and organizers, as the newly admitted students were officially welcomed into the college to begin their professional training.
