Dean of University of Ghana School of Nursing and Midwifery, Prof. Lydia Aziato has been honoured at the Maiden Edition of National Nursing And Midwifery Excellence And Hall of Fame Award ceremony held in Accra at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel on 27th May, 2021.
Prof. Aziato received the recognition for her numerous roles and contributions towards Nursing & Midwifery Education and Research both Nationally and Internationally.
The ceremony was organised under the auspices of the Ministry of Health to give a special recognition to individuals who have contributed immensely to Nursing & Midwifery in many areas including practice, regulation, leadership, education and research both in Ghana and at the international stage.
Prof. Aziato has really contributed to Nursing and Midwifery Education and Research both locally and internationally so it is no surprise that she was nominated for this novel Award.
In interacting with Prof Lydia Aziato, she thanked the organisers and the Ministry of Health for recognising her efforts over the years and admonished all to give their best in all circumstances.
She stressed on the need to stay focused and work hard wherever one finds his or herself at all times.
Quoting her directly, she said:
“It is important that we give our best in all circumstances. One must stay focused and brighten the corner where he/she finds himself/herself. I am happy and humbled that my efforts in the area of Nursing and Midwifery Education and Research has been recognised.
I dedicate this award to my family, mentors, colleagues, students, collaborators, mentees, friends and all who have supported to come this far. To God be the Glory always.”
Ivan Kyei Innocent / Ahotoronline.com/ Ghana.
