The University Graduates of Nursing Science Association (UGONSA) remains an unwavering vanguard in the advancement of the nursing profession. The Association is committed to celebrating nurses, representing their collective interests, empowering them for value-added service delivery, and projecting their professional exploits to the global community.
In line
with these guiding principles, UGONSA has institutionalized the enlistment of
newly inducted Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSc) graduates during their
induction ceremonies. As part of this tradition, the Association confers the
prestigious UGONSA Certificate of Outstanding Performance (UCOP) on
deserving graduating students in recognition of excellence.
Over the
years, the UCOP has been expanded into four core award categories, namely:
- UCOP in Academics, awarded to the best
graduating student;
- UCOP in Leadership, awarded to the most
outstanding student leader;
- UCOP in Research, awarded to the graduate with
exceptional distinction in research; and
- UCOP in Character, awarded to the best-behaved
graduating student.
In
furtherance of its commitment to excellence and forward-thinking nursing
practice, UGONSA plans to introduce an additional category—UCOP in
Innovation—aimed at encouraging creativity and innovative thinking among
nursing students, thereby laying a strong foundation for innovative
professional practice after graduation.
In addition,
the Association has demonstrated its commitment to rewarding excellence by
doubling the cash value attached to the UCOP awards effective November 2025.
Plans are also underway to further enhance the monetary value of these awards.
In view of
prevailing economic realities and the expanding scope of UGONSA’s activities,
the Association hereby notifies nursing students, Heads of Departments (HODs)
of Nursing, and the wider nursing community that effective 1st January 2026,
the induction enlistment fee shall be adjusted from ₦3,000 (Three Thousand
Naira) to ₦5,000 (Five Thousand Naira).
UGONSA
appreciates the continued support of all stakeholders. Together, we shall
continue to reposition, re-engineer, and advance the nursing profession through
purposeful and positive change.
Signed
Nurse O.I. Ojo
Nurse P.O. Eteng
National President National
Secretary
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