NiDCOM Urges Collaboration between NMA and Medical Doctors in Diaspora
Oru Leonard
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has called on the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), to foster a conducive medical ecosystem for collaboration between medical practitioners in Nigeria and their counterparts in the Diaspora.
This appeal was made during a high level meeting between NiDCOM’s Management and the NMA Executives at NIDCOM’S Headquarters in Abuja.
Reaffirmng the Commission’s commitment to strengthening ties with the Ministry of Health, NMA, and Healthcare Providers in the Diaspora, Dabiri-Erewa stated,
“Forget about criticism; Nigerian doctors are the best everywhere, and nobody can stop us. The world recognizes their brilliance, and it is time to harness this talent for the betterment of our country. Together, we can change the narrative.”
The NiDCOM Boss emphasized the Commission’s readiness to work collaboratively to build on existing structures, aiming to transform Nigeria’s healthcare sector through innovative partnerships and skill transfer.
Prof. Bala M. Audu, President of the Nigerian Medical Association, expressed profound appreciation for NiDCOM’s warm reception and lauded the Commission’s strides in engaging Nigerians in the Diaspora.
Highlighting the outcomes of the National Health Summit 2024, Prof. Audu noted its focus on scrutinizing healthcare policies and improving access to quality medical care in Nigeria.
He acknowledged the critical role played by Nigerian healthcare professionals abroad in advancing global healthcare systems and emphasized the need for a platform to facilitate interaction and collaboration between practitioners at home and abroad.
“With the right funding in Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), Nigeria can increase its production of medical supplies and enhance the healthcare system,” Prof. Audu stated.
He further underscored the importance of clinical governance in delivering standardized and satisfactory medical services to the population.
The NMA President also called for NiDCOM’s support in developing practical and implementable policies that will drive the transformation of the Nigerian healthcare system.
He highlighted the advantages of knowledge and skill transfer from the Diaspora, which could significantly impact Nigeria’s health sector.
The meeting concluded with a shared vision to promote a collaborative platform that bridges the gap between Nigerians at home and Diaspora Healthcare Professionals, fostering innovation and improving healthcare delivery across the Country.
Cover Photo Caption: (L-R):Engr, Dr. Sule Yakubu Bassi, Secretary to the Commission (NiDCOM); Dr. Celestine Ugwoke, National Treasurer NMA; Dr. Usha Anenga, 2nd Vice President NMA; Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu, First Vice President NMA; Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM); Prof. Bala M. Audu, President Nigerian Medical Association; Dr. Yakubu Gana, Diaspora Committee NMA; Dr. Wale Lasisi, Deputy Secretary NMA during a strategic meeting at NiDCOM Headquarters in Abuja.
(NiDCOM Media)
