By Chikaodi Chukwuleta

All is now set for the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) Board of Fellows to hold its 6th Public Lecture on “Access to Quality Medicines in an Unstable Environment”in Awka, Anambra State.

The public lecture, which will hold on Wednesday, June 26, at the ASUU Hall, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, 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.

According to the Chairman, Local Organizing Committee, Pharm. Uche Apakama, who spoke in a press conference: “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 a 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 is 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  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 order 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.”