The Oyo State College of Nursing and Midwifery’s recent graduation ceremony for 469 students in various nursing and midwifery programs was a testament to its enduring excellence. Speaking at the event, Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, emphasized the college’s “reputation for excellence” and its role in “churning out brilliant nursing professionals.” The Wife of Alaafin of Oyo, Ayaba Abiwumi Olajumoke Owoade, an alumna, challenged the graduates to “be agents of change in society” and “set the pace and break barriers.” Provost Dr. Gbonjubola Owolabi highlighted the college’s “important position in the higher education development of the nation” and its role in producing “middle level manpower in the health sector.” The ceremony also recognized 31 best graduating students and special awardees, with Adetunji Shukurat giving the valedictory speech.