🦠 Infection Prevention & Control | AMR | Health Security & Preparedness | Managing Director @drasatrust | @cmulcicaps | Fellow @Acumen | TEDx

Joined August 2020
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IRCE researchers showcased impactful studies on data science in pandemic preparedness and vaccine coverage mapping. The sessions sparked learning, mentorship, and networking, turning science into action and impact. #ISS2025 #PublicHealthResearch
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Day 2 of the 3rd IRCE Annual Scientific Symposium spotlighted sessions on surveillance, unlocking the healthcare value chain, dengue fever, anti-microbial resistance and engaging poster presentations!
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Last week, we co-hosted a session at the World Health Expo with @nighealthwatch and @DucitBlueFdn, focusing on the private sector's role in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Our MD, @NiniolaWilliams , called for a private sector coalition to join the fight against AMR.
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Local philanthropy in action ❤️
I have some great news. A parent at this tournament was so impressed by the performance of the chess in slums kids and they just committed to sponsoring the education of all 10 of them till they’re done with their University education.
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I have some great news. A parent at this tournament was so impressed by the performance of the chess in slums kids and they just committed to sponsoring the education of all 10 of them till they’re done with their University education.
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Last week at #WHXLagos, we co-hosted a workshop on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), titled "Advancing Private Sector Action in Nigeria’s #AMR Response", in partnership with @NCDCgov,@drasatrust, and @Ducit_Blue, which explored how the private sector can drive Nigeria’s response to antimicrobial resistance. Here’s an overview video of the AMR Workshop👇
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“AMR does not respect borders. We must ensure no country is left behind. Let’s move beyond strategic documents and declarations into implementation, monitoring...” - Prof Roma Chilenga, DG @ZMPublicHealth speaking @ReActAfrica_RAN #AMR Annual Regional Conference #AARC25
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The session featured two focused panel discussions exploring private sector integration in Nigeria's #AMR strategy. Panel 1 covered Governance, Surveillance, and regulation, with speakers @tokwor7, Olumuyiwa Tunde Sigbeku, Dr Sati Ngulukun, and @Onyi_Estelle. Panel 2 focused on Innovation, Capacity & Awareness featuring Dr Thomas Ilupeju, @NiniolaWilliams, and Chibuzo Opara.
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We’ve kicked off our 2-day AMR #Policymaking Course in Lusaka, Zambia 🇿🇲 ahead of the @ReActAfrica_RAN @South_Centre #RANSC_AARC2025 conference! Over 30 participants from across the continent are here to exchange, learn & drive action on #AMR! Read more 🧵
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5 years ago this week, a pandemic was declared & most of the world went into lockdown. Those days were tough & a steep learning experience One good thing that came out of it: the many pandemic books including an excellent one on Nigeria’s response thanks to @Chikwe_I @VIhekweazu
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If you haven’t read this yet, please take some time to do so. Despite all the recent changes, we need to understand where we are in the health sector.
Understanding the challenges in the health sector is the first critical step to transforming the sector. The Nigeria Health Intelligence Report offers an in-depth analysis of the trends, successes, and gaps in implementing the Four Points Agenda, which aims to reshape the country's health sector. 🔗Details here: nhwat.ch/NGHealthIntelReport
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Congratulations @@Chikwe_I! Truly exciting and wishing you all the best as you step into this interim role
As @MoetiTshidi ends her term as Regional Director for @WHOAFRO, the WHO Director-General, @DrTedros, today appointed Dr @Chikwe_I as Acting Regional Director. A new Regional Director for Africa will be elected in May.
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So proud of the @drasatrust team. Needless to say, community-led solutions are no longer an afterthought. They are powerful and sustainable ways to tackle public health challenges and support health security. Thank you for featuring us @nighealthwatch
In Lagos, @drasatrust is empowering communities to detect, report & prevent outbreaks by training the community members to be Health Champions. How are they doing this? @OladunjoyeBles1 tells #TheWholeStory in this #NHWTorchlightSeries. A must-read: nhwat.ch/42IAx59
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Nigeria’s social media influencers spreading the #AMR message. Love to see it @aproko_doctor instagram.com/reel/DCBNDdhoU…
Farmers, stop doing this! You’re putting us all at risk.
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Strengthening Nigeria's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to health emergencies is essential for safeguarding citizens and advancing global health security. Today, Nigeria launched the National Action Plan 2.0 for Antimicrobial Resistance and the National Genomics Surveillance Strategy—both critical initiatives aim to reduce the risks posed by infectious diseases and #AMR, enhancing the nation’s health security. Find details of this important event: youtu.be/SUPszMndYm4 #PreventEpidemicNaija
🔗Officially launched: 📔National Genomic Surveillance Strategy: ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/do… 📔One Health Antimicrobial Resistance National Action Plan 2.0: ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/do… 📕Policy brief: ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/do… 📕Situational Analysis and key recommendations: ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/do… #AntimicrobialResistance #AMR #GenomicSurveillance #PublicHealth #Nigeria
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🔗Officially launched: 📔National Genomic Surveillance Strategy: ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/do… 📔One Health Antimicrobial Resistance National Action Plan 2.0: ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/do… 📕Policy brief: ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/do… 📕Situational Analysis and key recommendations: ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/do… #AntimicrobialResistance #AMR #GenomicSurveillance #PublicHealth #Nigeria
At @NCDCgov, we are committed to strengthening Nigeria's capacity to prevent, detect and control infectious diseases and other public health threats. Join us for the launch of the National Action Plan 2.0 for Antimicrobial Resistance and the National Genomics Surveillance Strategy. 🗓️: Friday, 18 October 2024 ⏱️: 4:30 pm 🔗: bit.ly/NAP2andNGSSLaunch #AntimicrobialResistance #GenomicSurveillance #PublicHealth #Nigeria
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Such a big moment for Nigeria! Please click the link and tune in.
This landmark highlights Nigeria's unwavering commitment to safeguarding public health and strengthening our ability to combat the growing threat of AMR. See you at the launch! bit.ly/NAP2andNGSSLaunch #NAP2Launch #AMR #OneHealthApproach
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This is so painful to watch. For some of us from regions where the COVID-19 pandemic was not this harrowing, we should stop to ask ourselves, "What if...?" WE must work together as a world to prevent the next pandemic. The #Ubuntu and #Igwebuike philosophies should be at the heart of our preparedness. @who @DrTedros @AfricaCDC @JeanKaseya2 @chrischirp @TheIndPanel @HelenClarkNZ
Prof @Kevin_Fong giving the most devastating and moving testimony to the Covid Inquiry of visiting hospital intensive care units at the height of the second wave in late Dec 2020. The unimaginable scale of death, the trauma, the loss of hope. Please watch this 2min clip.
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Did you know there’s a policy regulating health worker migration in Nigeria? Swipe to see five things you need to know about the Health Workforce Migration Policy, which aims to keep more doctors & nurses in Nigeria. #KnowYourHealthRight #HealthForAllNG

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Breaking: Dr Faustine Engelbert Ndugulile, proposed by Tanzania🇹🇿, has just been nominated as the next @WHO Regional Director for Africa. Member States voted in a closed session today at the 74th session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa. afro.who.int/news/dr-faustin…
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