By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu
The Board of Fellows, a prestigious body within the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), will hold its 6th Public Lecture on "Access to Quality Medicines in an Unstable Environment", in Awka, Anambra State on Wednesday, 26th June 2024.
Speaking at a press conference in Awka, the Chairman, Local Organizing Committee, Pharm. Uche Apakama FPSN, FNA Pharm, said, "Access to quality medicine in an unstable environment can be challenging due to various reasons. In an unstable environment, there may be disruptions in the healthcare system, conflicts, political unrest, or lack of infrastructure, all of which can hinder the availability and distribution of quality medicines.
Pharm. Apakama added that in addressing the challenges of accessing quality medicine in unstable environments, a comprehensive approach involving different stakeholders, including governments, healthcare providers, international organizations, and NGOs, is required and this where the keynote addresser, His Excellency, Mr. Peter Obi, the former Governor of Anambra State will be bringing his unique ideas and thoughts to properly inundate our minds towards the task ahead.
The Chairman BOF LOC Publicity, Pharm. Chijioke Ofomata PhD, FPSN further stated that the Board Of Fellows (BOF), which is an elite group within the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), is made up of senior and highly accomplished members of the association who have made significant contributions to the pharmaceutical profession in Nigeria and have thus taken the mantle to host public lectures in line with pertinent issues of the day in other to align both Pharmacists and the Public with expectations of the times in the pursuit of a better Nigeria.
In his words, "The primary role of the Board of Fellows is to promote professionalism, excellence, and ethical conduct within the pharmaceutical industry. They serve as mentors and advisors to other members of the Society, providing guidance and support in their professional development."
"The Board of Fellows also plays a crucial role in promoting and advocating for the interests of the pharmaceutical profession in Nigeria. They participate in policy-making processes, engage in research and development, and work towards ensuring the availability and accessibility of safe and effective pharmaceutical products in the country.
"Membership in the Board of Fellows is by invitation only, and it is considered a great honor and recognition of one's achievements and contributions to the profession. Fellows are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional conduct and to actively contribute to the advancement of the pharmacy profession in Nigeria."
He added that the BOF - PSN, 6th Public Lecture which holds on Wednesday 26th June, 2024 at the ASUU Hall, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka with the Theme: "Access to Quality Medicines In an Unstable Environment", will feature former Governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi, as Guest Speaker, and Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe (Agbogidi), as the Chairman of occasion.
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