…As Management lauds ’96-99′ set of Bishop Shanahan Hospital, Nsukka
From Felix Ikem, Nsukka
It was an atmosphere of joy, reminiscence, and euphoria as the 1996 – 1999 set of Nursing graduates of Bishop Shanahan Hospital (BSH), Nsukka, Enugu State donated sets of male and female training mannequins and anatomy cum physiology learning materials to their Alma-mater in appreciation of the institution’s unique roles and impacts in their career lives.
The event to mark the donation was held on Friday, 27th March, 2026, at the school’s conference hall attracted guests and attendees from far and within the institution.
Led by Mrs Ogwudire Nonyelum Jecinta, Mrs Anyanwu Uzoma and Orji Anastasia, the 1996-1999 Alumni said that donation was in deep and sincere appreciation of the institution for its exceptional role in shaping their professional lives.
“We, the 1996–1999 Set, School of Nursing, Bishop Shanahan Hospital, Nsukka, are formally presenting these materials to our esteemed alma mater; a set of male and female training mannequins.
‘This kind gesture is made with a deep sense of gratitude to the institution that played a vital role in shaping our professional lives”, the team leader, Mrs Ogwudire who spoke on behalf of the donors remarked.
She stressed the importance of deploying the modern equipment in aiding teaching and learning in the Nursing profession.
“We believe this will afford a high-fidelity, safe, and controlled environment for students to acquire and refine clinical skills without risking patient harm.
“It will also bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice by allowing for repeated, hands-on practice, which builds confidence and competence for the students”, she concluded.
Receiving the items, the Provost of institution, Mrs Eze Uchenna lauded the 1996-1999 graduands for the gesture, describing it as first of it kind.
“This is the first set to appreciate this School since it started in 1962. It is our sincere intention that these mannequins will serve as practical teaching aids for student nurses, enhancing the quality of hands-on training and facilitating the acquisition of essential clinical skills.
“We believe that the availability of these resources will greatly support the tutors in impacting knowledge and will provide student nurses with the opportunity to practice procedures in a safe and controlled environment before engaging with real patients and further uphold the high standards of nursing education for which the school is known”, she stated.
Also speaking, the leader of the student’s union of the institution, Ezema Jennifer thanked the 1996-1999 set for their kind gesture, appreciating them for the thoughtfulness.
“There’s no doubt that through scenario-based simulation, these mannequins will help students improve critical thinking and decision-making skills. Through it, we would also learn to assess conditions, recognize changes in vital signs, and respond to medication interventions among other benefits”, she appreciated.
The institution, Bishop Shanahan Hospital, located at 10 Enugu Road, Nsukka, is a prominent Catholic institution established in 1952.
Known for providing quality healthcare services and, since 1952, training health personnel through its accredited School of Nursing, School of Midwifery, and Medical Laboratory Technician training programs, the institution has raised many professionals who have become the pillars and pride of the Nursing profession in Nigeria and beyond.
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