DR. FAJEMBOLA'S OPINION.

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MS. MORUFAT OLUWATOSIN OLAITAN. Ms. Morufat Olaitan is a Nigerian microbiologist and researcher known for her work on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and public health.She currently serves as a University lecturer at the Nile University of Nigeria in Abuja. @pshan_alliance@WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal@bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen @youtube@youtubeafrica#FIRST #eachonehelpone

🟦🟨 AUTHOR PROFILE - ATTORNEY PAULA YOST. Few professionals bridge the worlds of law and mental health with the depth and passion of Paula Yost. A seasoned attorney and licensed mental health clinician, Paula brings a multidimensional perspective that blends legal precision with human compassion. Attorney Paula has built a distinguished career in trademark law. Beyond her core legal work, she is deeply committed to what she calls “legal social work”–advocating for individuals at the intersection of law and mental health. As a mother of children with medical challenges and a survivor of life-threatening preeclampsia, Paula is on a mission to help families advocate for their children and themselves through storytelling, education, and unapologetic truth. @pshan_alliance@WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal@bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen @youtube@youtubeafrica#FIRST #eachonehelpone

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PHARM. ABUBAKAR ABBA. Pharmacist Abubakar Abba has a Bachelors degree from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto and a Masters Degree in Clinical Pharmacy from University of Nigeria Nsukka.He is currently working in the public health space. @pshan_alliance@WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal@bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen @youtube@youtubeafrica#FIRST #eachonehelpone

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MRS OLUMIDE MARTHA. Mrs Martha Nwanua Olumide is a Nigerian Biomedical Scientist and Global Health Advocate known for her work in clinical diagnostics, quality assurance in LMICs, and writing on health/gender issues, particularly focusing on nutrition and women's healthShe is a research and advocacy fellow with women in global health Nigeria. As a HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist and an ASCPi candidate, she brings a unique blend of scientific expertise and a deep commitment to improving health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Her interests spans across nutrition, maternal and child health, gender equity, infectious disease epidemiology, climate and health, and the integration of bioinformatics and AI in public health solutions.Martha has contributed to diverse health projects involving HIV, TB, and COVID-19, providing support in project implementation, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement.She is experienced in supporting cross-functional teams, fostering strategic partnerships with NGOs, academic institutions, and global health organizations, and translating data into actionable insights for sustainable impact. With a passion for science, collaboration, and equity, Martha aims to drive innovation at the intersection of laboratory science, public health, and climate resilience.@pshan_alliance@WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @firstecosystem @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal@bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MR. ZAKARI OSHEKU. Mr. Zakari Isiaka Osheku is a global health expert, researcher, and leader whose work focuses on infectious diseases, health economics, health systems management, and digital health innovation. His professional mission centers on advancing evidence-based policy, strengthening health systems, and improving healthcare delivery in low- and middle-income countries through research, innovation, and capacity development.He is the Founder and President of the Digital Innovation School of Health (DISH), a platform dedicated to advancing digital transformation and research capacity in global health. Through DISH, he led the Global Health Data and Artificial Intelligence Fellowship (GHD-AI Fellowship), empowering over 40 healthcare professionals with advanced competencies in global health research, data analytics, and the application of artificial intelligence for health systems strengthening.Mr. Zakari is also the Founder of the Primary Health Care Initiative Africa, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing strong, resilient, and equitable primary health care systems across Africa.His work integrates infectious diseases, primary health care, health policy analysis, economic evaluation, and digital innovation to support data-driven decision-making and improve population health outcomes. A lifelong learner and scholar, Mr. Zakari is currently a PhD scholar in Health Economics, Management and Policy at the Global Health and Infectious Disease Control Institute. He holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Public Health, Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Medical Microbiology, a Master’s degree in Health Economics, a Master of Business Administration (MBA), and an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) in addition to a B.Sc. in Microbiology.@pshan_alliance@WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal@bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen #FIRST #eachonehelpone

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PHARM. CHIKA AUGUSTA EKWEOZOR. Pharm. Chika Ekweozor is a Nigerian Pharmacist, researcher and data Analyst. She is interested in public health especially women's health, pharmacoepidemiology and health services research.@pshan_alliance@WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal@bbchealth @bbcglobalwomen #FIRST #eachonehelpone #IWD #GIVETOGAIN

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. NASIRU WANA. Dr. Mohammed Nasiru Wana, born and raised up in Gombe, Gombe State. Immediately after his NYSC in Kebbi State I was employed as Graduate Assistant by Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Univeristy, Bauchi. Later on he enrolled for his Masters degree in the same university in Applied Parasitology and graduated 2015. In 2017 he was at Universiti Putra Malaysia for his doctoral degree in Medical Parasitology. In search for more challenges, better knowledge and skills set, he joined Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare in Bauchi State. Currently, he is the pioneer Head of Microbiology. To give back to the community he founded a charitable organisation called End Neglected Tropical Diseases Initiative and commenced activities early this year in Bauchi, Gombe, Yobe, Jigawa and Kano State.Lastly, he is happily married with 5 children. @pshan_alliance@WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal@bbchealth @firstecosystem @bbcglobalwomen

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MR. CHUKWU ONYEKWERE EMMANUEL. Mr. Chukwu Onyekwere Emmanuel, a Public Health Promotion & Education Specialist with an impressive track record in Health Education program planning and implementation. He facilitates health and wellness programs in various sectors and organizations. He has lectured at the College of Health Technology, Zawan, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria and has contributed to various research and academic works. He has a Master of Education and currently enrolled in a Master of Public Health programme. He has other various professional certifications in health and education. He is also an advocate and volunteer for matters relating to health and education. @pshan_alliance@WHONigeria @WHO @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @UNESCO @CDCGlobal@bbchealth @first.ecosystem

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. KAGGWA HENRY.Henry Kaggwa is a passionate, licenced, and experienced medical doctor (general practitioner) in Uganda, East Africa.Dr. Kaggwa is an early career researcher and co-founder of HealTorch Foundation and Medical Centre. He relentlessly strives to increase healthcare access in rural areas with a bias in infectious and non-communicable diseases. He prioritises patient centred care, disease prevention, and health promotion through health education, research, and tech based innovations. He is a pragmatic leader, an alumnus of Aspire Leaders Program, and Mellenium Campus Network Fellow. He has been twice a team leader on the Global Admission Committee (GAC) of Millennium Campus Network (MCN) supervising a review of 50000+ university students' applications from Africa, Asia, America and Europe. He actively participates in agriculture and environmental conservation, producing organic food. Dr. Kaggwa is affiliated with Busitema University, Uganda Communications Commission, and Mengo Hospital, where he supports the surgery department in research.@pshan_alliance@whonigeria @who @africacdc @cdcgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @miskglobal Global @mbrf_news _news @WHONigeria @who.fides @unesco @cdcglobal@bbchealth

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. BIVEK SINGH. Dr. Bivek is a neurologist and medical educator with research interests in circadian biology, neurodegeneration, stroke, and chronotherapy. His work focuses on integrating circadian neuroscience into clinical and translational frameworks. He is also actively involved in academic mentoring and international research collaborations.@pshan_alliance@whonigeria @who @africacdc @cdcgov @unescomil @mbrf_news _Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @unesco @cdcglobal @WBG_Health @bbchealth @first.ecosystem ecosystem ecosystem#eachonehelpone #Drfajembola

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. JAMES ODUBIA. Dr. James Success Odubia is a dedicated researcher with a strong commitment to advancing public health through health promotion and evidence-based research. Currently, Dr. Odubia serves as the Head of Research and Development at DataClear Consult. He also contributes to higher education as a Lecturer and Research Adviser at Dove Francies University.Conclusively, he aspires to be a professor of Public Health.@pshan_alliance@who @whonigeria @africacdc @cdcgov @UnescoMilBR @MBRF_Knowledge.global @Misk_Global @mbrf_news @WHONigeria @who.fides @unesco @cdcglobal @WBG_Health @bbchealth @first.ecosystem ecosystem#eachonehelpone #Drfajembola

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. SHASHIKA BANDARA. Dr. Shashika Bandara is a post-doctoral fellow at the Department of Global Public Health in the School of Population and Global Health at McGill University. His research and advocacy focus on global health policy and governance.He co-leads McGill University’s research on policy exemplars addressing structural discrimination to improve health in collaboration with the Lancet Commission on Racism, Structural Discrimination and Global Health. He is an academic editor of the PLOS Global Public Health journal. Shashika received his Ph.D. from McGill University and holds a masters in global health from Duke University. Dr. Shashika is formerly a policy associate at the Center for Policy Impact in Global Health at the Duke Global Health Institute. Dr. Shashika has worked in human rights policy advocacy in Sri Lanka and South Asia, with Law and Society Trust and in collaboration with Forum Asia. He also has experience working in humanitarian settings with CARE International. His previous training includes molecular biology and has conducted cancer immunology research at Johns Hopkins University.#FIRST #eachonehelpone #Drfajembola.Four recommended readings.Disinvesting in the future leadership of global health has already begun: What can we do about it?https://journals.plos.org/globalpublichealth/article?id=10.1371/journal.pgph.0005310Shifting power in global health will require leadership by the Global South and allyship by the Global Northhttps://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(24)02323-7/fulltextThe Global North is increasingly unsafe for global health meetingshttps://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(25)00757-3/fulltextThe foreign gaze: authorship in academic global healthhttps://gh.bmj.com/content/4/5/e002068Podcasts (related to the shifting power paper):Power and allyship in the Global North and Global South - The Lancet Voice (Dr. Madhu Pai and Dr. Catherine Kyobutungi) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/power-and-allyship-in-the-global-north-and-global-south/id1499803146?i=1000683306804Shifting Power in Global Health: Equity, Leadership and Change - Connecting Citizens to Science - Liverpool School of Medicine[Dr. Shashika Bandara (McGill School of Population and Global Health), Dr. Moses Tetui (Umeå University & University of Waterloo), and Dr. Joseph Mumba Zulu (University of Zambia)]https://liverpool-school-of-tropical-medicine.captivate.fm/episode/77

🟦🟨 DISCUSSION WITH MRS. AIMEE CHRIS ON MATERNAL MORTALITY.This week, we had a well rounded discussion on what communities face especially grassroots with regards to maternal mortality. Some key aspects of our discussion are; 1. Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy. 2. Factors affecting access to Primary Health Centers. 3. Struggles between health professionals and traditional birth attendants in saving the lives of mothers. If you love interesting and educative talk, sensible discussions, our YouTube and podcast platforms are yours. Dr. Fajembola's Opinion is a platform where research meets understanding and legacy, we bring you the best of what you need, so please share with those you care about. @firstecosystem@pshan_alliance@WHO @WBG_Health @WHONigeria @AfricaCDC @CDCgov @UNESCO @MBRF_Knowledge @Misk_Global #FIRST #eachonehelpone https://youtu.be/XjdloY3XBrQ?si=Bjzf4yX4in4PkaXYAimee Chris World Health Organization UNESCO World Health Organization (WHO) World Health Organization Western Pacific Region UNESCO

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. FUNMI ADIO. Dr Funmi Adio is a public health physician and researcher committed to advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through work in infectious diseases, gender equity, and maternal and child health (MCH). Her research has addressed pandemic preparedness, gender-based violence, home-based MCH services, quality of antenatal care, and emergency obstetric care pathways in Edo State.She contributes to gender-equitable health advocacy through her professional practice and the EmpowerHer Fellowship (Women in Global Health Nigeria), ensuring underserved women benefit from stronger, inclusive health systems.Recognised with an Award of Distinction in Public Health, she remains dedicated to evidence-driven solutions that strengthen Nigeria’s health systems and accelerate progress toward UHC. #eachonehelpone #DrFajembola #FIRST

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MR. YUSUF HASSAN WADA.Mr. Yusuf Hassan Wada is a Pharmacist with a long-standing commitment to global health and leading partnership buildings that align with UHC & SDGs attainment. Presently, he serves as a Policy and Advocacy Officer, African Region with the Society for Family Health - coordinating SFH policy positions at regional, national, and sub-national levels on health systems strengthening initiatives.He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and a Master's in Public Health. He has additional trainings with the Lagos Business School, National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) and the University of Washington and has received an IAS Advocacy Fellowship in South Africa and Canada. Since 2022, he has served as a Co-Chair for the United States National Institute for Health – Martin Delaney Collaboratory and as a Member of the Community Advisory Board for John Hopkins University-led research consortium in finding HIV cure in the pediatric population. He authored a book– “Intentionality” and published over 30 research papers in high-impact peer-reviewed journals including The Lancet. He also has presented research outputs at various local and international conferences across four continents in the world including the 79th and 80th session of the UN General Assembly.#Eachonehelpone #Drfajembola #FIRST@cdcgov @cdcglobal @cdc.director @who @who.fides @whonigeria @mbrf.global @miskglobal @unesco @unescomil @pshan_alliance @diaryofanaijamedic

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MR. NSIKAKABASI GEORGE SAMUEL. Mr. Nsikakabasi is a dedicated public health expert with over five years of experience working across Africa, Europe, and Asia. With a strong public health strategy, evaluation, and implementation background, his work focuses on using data-driven evidence to address health disparities and improve access to essential health services for marginalized communities. He is an Associate Consultant with Swiss-based Acasus, where he strengthens HPV vaccination and routine immunization efforts. He also serves as the program lead for the ZeroNOMA Africa Initiative, an organisation pushing to eradicate Noma, a devastating but preventable disease that affects thousands of children in Africa.Mr. George has a robust academic foundation and was a recipient of the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Excellence Scholarship Award. He has developed and applied his skills in various local, international organisations, and UN agencies.#eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST@unescomil @unesco @cdcgov @cdcglobal @africacdc @mbrf.global @who @who.fides @pshan_alliance

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MR. TOHEEB SODIQ Mr. Toheeb Sodiq is a dedicated and passionate individual who earned his degree in Pharmacology with First Class Honor from Bauchi State University, Nigeria. With a strong desire for quality education, he volunteers enthusiastically, focusing on providing high-quality instruction to students. His curiosity and eagerness to learn drive him to be constantly inventive and willing to take on new challenges.Mr. Toheeb's unique blend of skills and experience sets him apart. He excels as a talented educator, researcher, and leader, with a profound aspiration to make a positive impact on the world. His captivating passion and inspiring dedication to creating a better world are truly evident.Mr. Toheeb is particularly motivated to advance his understanding on Cancer Drug Discovery and Design (CADD), and Neuropharmacology. He has published 9 groundbreaking articles in his field, demonstrating his passion for research and commitment to advancing knowledge. With his expertise and dedication, Mr. Toheeb is poised to make significant contributions to the scientific community.#eachonehelpone #DrFajembola #FIRST@who @who.fides @cdcglobal @cdcgov @africacdc @unescomil @unesco @mbrf.global @pshan_alliance @diaryofanaijamedic

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MRS. OGECHUKWU MARYANN AKABUIKE.Mrs. Ogechukwu MaryAnn Akabuike is a passionate Public Health Specialist, researcher, and advocate for infectious diseases, cancer prevention, and sexual and reproductive health , with a special focus on menstrual health. She currently serves as the Research and Publication Officer at Move Against Cancer Africa and a Research Fellow with Women in Global Health Nigeria.Mrs. Ogechukwu contributed to Nigeria’s public health response through her role as a Laboratory Scientist at the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). She is a Member of the Royal Society for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, a Patient Advocate Member of the European Association of Urology, and an Affiliate Member of the Vaccine Impact Modelling Consortium.Her ground-breaking research on hepatitis B in Abuja, published in BMC Public Health, continues to inform national dialogue on awareness, screening, and vaccination. Beyond research, she is a Teacher, agricultural enthusiast, and voice of hope, Ogechukwu is committed to building healthier communities across Africa.@wghnigeria @mbrf.global @womeningh@unescomil @unesco o @bbchealth @[email protected] @diaryofanaijamedic @pshan_alliance @wghnigeria@womeningh#Eachonehelpone #Drfajembola #FIRST

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MS. NWADIUTO AZUGO. Ms. Nwadiuto Okwuniru Azugo is a public health parasitologist, researcher, and science communicator committed to advancing equitable access to health education and care in rural Nigerian communities. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Environmental Parasitology and Public Health at the University of Port Harcourt, focusing on urogenital and female genital schistosomiasis (FGS) among adolescent girls in underserved areas.Her advocacy centers on reducing gender and educational disparities in disease prevention. She has provided health education for out-of-school children in Anambra State, empowering them with knowledge about schistosomiasis and hygiene practices. She also founded the first schistosomiasis health club at Christ the King Seminary School, Nnobi, where she leads school-based advocacy and behaviour-change campaigns on NTD prevention and genital health.A fellow of Women in Global Health Nigeria and the Social Innovation in Health Initiative (SIHI), Nwadiuto combines scientific research with storytelling and community engagement to promote inclusion and health equity. When she’s not working, you can find her nose buried in a good book, researching Igbo traditional cosmology, or watching K-dramas.#Eachonehelpone #FIRST #Drfajembola@calm_uto@who @who.fides @unesco @unescomil @wghnigeria @womeningh

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR OLUFEMI AJAGUN-OGUNLEYE. Dr. Olufemi Mulkah Ajagun-Ogunleye (PhD) is a visionary Researcher and Lecturer in Medical Biochemistry at the Lagos State University College of Medicine, Ikeja, Lagos. She is an EmpowerHER Health Research Fellow at Women in Global Health, Nigeria. Her dynamic portfolio spans Nutrition, Neuroscience, Women’s Health, Maternal and Child Health, and Healthy Ageing; interwoven by an unwavering passion for health equity and translational science that uplifts communities.With academic roots in Pure and Applied Chemistry from LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, followed by a Master’s degree in Biochemistry from UNILAG, Lagos and a PhD degree from Kampala International University, Uganda, Dr. Ajagun-Ogunleye brings precision, curiosity, and compassion to every facet of her work. As a devoted mentor, Dr. Ajagun-Ogunleye leads a thriving postgraduate research hub, nurturing the next generation of scientists with the skills and confidence to challenge convention and drive solutions. She is particularly passionate about the role of nutrition in brain function and ageing, exploring how diet influences learning, memory, and long-term cognitive resilience.Whether she is teaching biomedical sciences, mentoring future leaders, conducting impactful research, or pioneering inclusive healthcare strategies, she stands as a beacon of progress, reshaping possibilities and empowering people, one discovery at a time. Outside academics and research, she is a passionate family woman.#eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life @cdcgov @cdcglobal @africacdc @who @who.fides @whonigeria @wghnigeria @wghnigeria @diaryofanaijamedic

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MR. SIMON AROYEHUN KAYODE.Mr. Aroyehun Kayode Simon-Peter is a dedicated and results-driven public health professional from Nigeria, deeply passionate about health promotion, education, and advocacy. With a strong academic foundation and diverse hands-on experience, he has consistently sought to drive impactful public health initiatives in various communities.Mr. Kayode's academic journey reflects a focused commitment to the field of public health. He earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) with a specialization in Health Promotion and Education from the prestigious University of Ibadan between 2022 and 2024.Prior to his master's degree, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Education (B.Sc.Ed) in Health Education from Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (2015-2019). Mr. Kayode's career is marked by a series of roles that have allowed him to apply his academic knowledge in practical settings.Currently, he serves as a Health Education officer at the Primary Health Care Centre in Meiran, Lagos, where he develops and delivers health education sessions and assists in the planning and implementation of public health campaigns.As a researcher, Mr. Aroyehun Kayode has contributed to the body of knowledge in public health. He is presently working on multiple researches. He has co-authored publications on topics critical to Nigeria's health landscape.Kayode is a well-rounded public health professional poised to make significant contributions to the health and well-being of communities.@[email protected]@whonigeria @unesco @unescomil @mbrf_news #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life#eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. BAKARE AIRAT ADEOLA.Dr. Bakare Airat Adeola is a lecturer and translational researcher at the University of Lagos, Nigeria who is interested in investigations that impact directly on lives. She holds a Ph.D. in Anatomy with specific focus on reproductive biology and neuroendocrine regulations. Her professional journey reflects commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and improving women’s reproductive health through evident scientific explorations. Currently, she is interested in unravelling the mechanism behind neuroendocrine dysregulations in antiretroviral drugs-associated infertility for strategic development of treatment intervention. Dr Bakare has received several competitive research grants, presented her research findings at both national and international conferences, and published in reputable peer-reviewed journals. Beyond academia, she is passionate about mentorship and community engagement. She actively supports teenage girls through empowerment programs focused on sex education and life-building skills, thus fostering informed choices and resilience in young girls in building greater tomorrow. Dr. Bakare’s career combines scientific excellence, teaching and social impact, positioning her as a scholar dedicated to improving reproductive health, enhancing knowledge acquisition for continuous growth and shaping future generations of leaders.@[email protected] @unescomil @unesco @wghnigeria @cdcgov @africacdc#eachonehelpone #drfajembola #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR EDWARD MAJANI. Dr. Majani Edward is a distinguished global public health researcher, editor, and leader with over four years of experience advancing research, policy, and community-based initiatives across Africa and beyond. He has authored more than 45 peer-reviewed publications in health systems, infectious disease epidemiology, and social well-being, demonstrating his commitment to evidence-driven solutions.He currently serves as a Research Scientist at the Center for Reforms, Innovation, Health Policies and Implementation Research (CeRIHI) and Managing Editor of the Journal of Infectious Disease Policy. He is also a Guest Editor and former Associate Editor at the Journal of Public Health Research (SAGE Publishing), where he leads special collections on Mpox epidemiology.His leadership extends to youth empowerment and policy engagement, having served as Chief of Party for national programs on gender-based violence and youth-led research under the Youth Health Action Network. He has facilitated multiple high-impact workshops and presented at leading scientific conferences.Majani is a YALI Fellow, Michigan Fellows Africa Initiative Scholar, and recipient of multiple awards, including the Ntuli Kapologwe Primary Healthcare Award. Driven by impact, Majani is committed to building resilient health systems, advancing health equity, and mentoring the next generation of public health [email protected] @who @unesco @unescomil @cdcgov @cdcglobal @africacdc#eachonehelpone #DrFajembola #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PROF. SEYE ABIMBOLA.Prof. Seye Abimbola was born and raised in Nigeria. He is a professor at the University of Sydney in Australia. He has lectured, researched, and written extensively on learning and governance in health systems and on knowledge practices and epistemic injustice in global health. He was awarded the Prince Claus Chair in Equity and Development at Utrecht University in the Netherlands in 2020 and was the Radulovacki Visiting Scholar at Northwestern University in the United States in 2024. His research on dignity-based practice in global health research is currently supported by a discovery award from the Australian Research Council. He was the founding editor in chief of BMJ Global Health (2015-2024). His essay collection titled "The Foreign Gaze" was published in 2024.#eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life#eachonehelpone #drfajembola @unesco @unescomil @cdcgov @africacdc @cdcglobal @who @who.fides

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PROF. SINAR YUNITA PURBA. Prof. Yunita is a Public Health Lecturer and Midwifery Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in maternal and child health, focusing on health promotion, early childhood growth and development, and reducing maternal and infant morbidity. She is a consultant at Bank Indonesia, was a consultant at USAID Momentum in 2024 and founder, Koala Home Medical Care, 2021–present. She also worked as a medical assistant, Peace Corps USA, 2018–2020, a lecturer, Medistra Health Institute, 2022–2024 with public speaking & Gender Based Violence Training from 2017–[email protected] @unesco @unescomil@who @cdcglobal @africacdc@cdcgov #eachonehelpone#DrFajembola#eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR JAMES ODUBIA.Dr. James Success Odubia is a dedicated researcher with a strong commitment to advancing public health through health promotion and evidence-based research. Currently, Dr. Odubia serves as the Head of Research and Development at DataClear Consult. He also contributes to higher education as a Lecturer and Research Adviser at Dove Francies University. Conclusively, he aspires to be a professor of Public Health.@[email protected] @unesco @cdcgov@africacdc #eachonehelpone #DrFajembola#eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR SUMAYYA AL- MANSUR. Dr. Sumayya Al-Mansur is a medical doctor, public health educator, and doctoral student at the University of Maryland. Her expertise spans clinical practice, public health, and health communication. She works at the intersection of medicine and behavioural science, focusing on designing and implementing effective health communication strategies. Passionate about health education and impact, she bridges research and practice to improve health outcomes in underserved communities.@[email protected] @unesco @africacdc#Eachonehelpone #drfajembola #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PROFESSOR IBRAHEEM ABIOYE. Prof. Ibraheem Abioye (MD, MPH, SM, PhD) is an accomplished physician, population health scientist, epidemiologist, and biostatistician. He trained as a medical doctor at Lagos State University in Nigeria and holds three postgraduate degrees from Harvard University: Masters in Global Health, Biostatistics, and a Ph.D. in Population Health Science. In between, he coordinated clinical trials and prospective cohort studies in Tanzania during a postdoc at Harvard. He also completed a postdoc at Brown University, working on studies set in the Philippines. His PhD thesis and much of his academic research have focused on clarifying the interaction of nutrition, infectious diseases, especially HIV and Malaria, and maternal and child health.He co-founded and coordinates StatsClinic, a nonprofit organization that delivers free, web-based research methods training to healthcare professionals across African countries. StatsClinic’s training programs have been attended by thousands of healthcare professionals worldwide. He also teaches epidemiology at Harvard University. He serves as the Trial Statistician for clinical trials led by the Center for Clinical Trials Research and Implementation Science (CCTRIS), at LUTH. He is currently a Medical Director at Genentech, Inc. a biotechnology company in California, USA. He leads evidence generation strategy and Phase IV randomized trials for an in-market drug for multiple sclerosis. Dr. Abioye is a highly accomplished researcher, with more than 50 publications in high-impact journals. He has led or supported numerous research projects, including projects funded by the US National Institutes of Health, Gates Foundation, and the biopharma industry.#eachonehelpone #DrFajembola #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life@who @whonigeria @who.fides

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR ZAINAB SHINKAFI BAGUDU.Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu is a distinguished pediatrician and global health leader with a profound commitment to women’s health and cancer care. A pioneer in Nigerian healthcare, she established Medicaid Radio-Diagnostics & Clinics, the first comprehensive diagnostic center in Abuja, addressing a critical gap in medical services.Recognising the urgent need for cancer care, she also founded the Medicaid Cancer Foundation, driving awareness, prevention, and improved access to treatment. The foundation has raised over $2 million to address gaps in cancer care.As the former First Lady of Kebbi State, Dr. Bagudu leveraged her position to spearhead transformative healthcare initiatives, including the development of a comprehensive cancer control plan and the expansion of HPV vaccination for girls. Her advocacy extends globally through her roles with UICC and First Ladies Against Cancer.Dr. Bagudu is UICC President-elect 2024-2026. With a relentless dedication to improving lives, Dr. Bagudu continues to be a driving force in the action against cancer, empowering communities, and shaping healthcare policies in Nigeria and beyond.@drzus @who @uicc_official#eachonehelpone #DrFajembola #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. KAWTHAR OMOLOLA AHMED.Dr. Kawthar Omolola Ahmed is a Nigerian medical doctor and biomedical scientist with a growing interest in pediatric surgery. She earned her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) with distinction from Makerere University in Uganda and also holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science. She went on to complete her medical internship at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital in Nigeria.Alongside her studies and clinical training, Dr. Kawthar has been actively involved in student associations, research societies, and health advocacy initiatives. She has participated in leadership and mentorship roles, as well as community health awareness projects, which have shaped her values of service, collaboration, and continuous learning.In 2024, she presented a narrative review on pediatric trauma management at the Scientific Conference of the Association of Paediatric Surgeons. She is also currently engaged in research that spans pediatric age groups and infectious diseases. Dr. Kawthar remains committed to advancing in her medical career with humility, seeking to make meaningful contributions to patient care and public health through research, clinical service, and mentorship.#health #gripewater #nospamin #children #pediatrics #pediatricians #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. ADAEZE OREH. Dr. Adaeze Chidinma Oreh is a Nigerian family physician, public health expert, and advocate for universal health care. She currently serves as Commissioner for Health in Rivers State, a 2019 Aspen Institute New Voices Fellow, she previously led the Abuja Centre of the National Blood Transfusion Service (2009–2014), where she helped revise Nigeria’s National Blood Policy under the National Health Act of 2014.Dr. Oreh earned her MBBS from the University of Nigeria, and holds postgraduate degrees in International Health Management from Imperial College London and Public Health from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. She is a Fellow of the West African College of Physicians and is certified in health leadership and quality care by Harvard, the University of Washington, and the University of Bath.@who@adaezeoreh@[email protected]@wghnigeria#research #blood #blooddonation #Nigeria #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PHARMACIST BENEDICTA APUAMAH.Benedicta Chukwuyem Apuamah is a Nigerian-trained pharmacist, global health expert, and passionate advocate for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With over five years of program management experience, she has contributed to projects funded by The Global Fund and the CDC, collaborating with organizations such as Management Sciences for Health, the United Nations, and SOS Children’s Villages International.In 2017 and 2018, Benedicta served as a ONE Champion, representing Nigeria and Africa at the ONE Youth Summit in Brussels, where her presentation earned a standing ovation from the then ONE.org CEO Gayle Smith. She further honed her leadership skills as the chairperson of the Reproductive Health Caucus at the Tanzania International Model UN in 2019 and was recognized as a delegate at the Global Engagement Summit in Chicago in 2020.She earned her Master’s degree in International Health and Social Management with distinction in 2023 from the Management Center Innsbruck (MCI), supported by the Ban Ki-moon and One World (AAI Salzburg) Scholarships for her SDG advocacy. That same year, she interned with the UNODC HRMS team in Vienna, contributing to innovation projects.In 2024, Benedicta won the Science Speed Talks Contest at the Geneva Health Forum for her outstanding public speaking skills. She is the founder of Girls for Development Goals Foundation, driving community health initiatives in Nigeria, and currently works at MCI as a Project Assistant with the Ulysseus European University Alliance team. Benedicta resides in Austria with her family and remains committed to creating lasting global impact.https://articles.nigeriahealthwatch.com/cupping-the-flow-reusable-cups-putting-an-end-to-period-poverty-in-nigeria/#research #eachonehelpone #menstruation #dysmenorrhea #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. ANDREW KANYIKE MARVIN.Prevalence, Awareness, and Factors Associated with Hypertension Among People Living with HIV in Eastern Uganda. A Multicentre Cross-Sectional StudyDr. Andrew is a talented researcher and scientist. He has worked on research initiatives involving COVID-19, diabetic mellitus, and antibiotic resistance with a variety of researchers both in and out of Uganda. He has authored several publications and a multiple grant winner. At Busitema University, Dr. Andrew received a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree. He currently supports the creation of the "Natural Products Research and Innovation Center" as a member of the Busitema University Natural Products and Drug Research Group (BUNaPReG), which is housed at the Faculty of Health of Health Sciences at Busitema University. He is also currently a Ugandan PhD student at University of Exeter, United Kingdom. The discussion is on hypertension in people living with HIV in Eastern region of Uganda#Eachonehelpone​ #Fajembola​ #HIV​ #Hypertension​ #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. OKEKE COLLINS CHINEDU.Pulmonary Tuberculosis-Associated Morbidity in Africa: A Systematic ReviewDr. Okeke Collins Chinedu is a medical doctor from Nigeria, currently completing his one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). He earned his medical degree from the College of Health Sciences, University of Port Harcourt, where he developed a strong interest in research and academic writing.Dr. Collins has published eight peer-reviewed articles and served as a reviewer for eight manuscripts with the Cureus Journal of Medical Science. He previously held leadership roles as House Officer Representative, Financial Secretary, Electoral Secretary, and Team Lead of the SiGAF Anaesthesiology Group.Beyond medicine, he is a passionate athlete and has won national medals in badminton, tennis, and basketball at the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Games. He is also an avid fan of Formula 1, tennis, badminton, football, and basketball. A committed Christian, Dr. Collins is deeply inspired by faith, service, and global medical advancement.#eachonehelpone #TB #Africa #eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life

GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. YUSUFF ADEBISI ADEBAYOThe use of antibiotics in COVID-19 management: a rapid review of national treatment guidelines in 10 African countries. Dr. Azeezat Fajembola and Dr. Yusuf Adebayo Adebisi.Dr. Yusuff Adebayo Adebisi is a pharmacist and epidemiologist. He completed his pharmacy training at the University of Ibadan and earned an MSc in Global Health Science and Epidemiology from the University of Oxford, supported by a fully funded Commonwealth Shared Scholarship. He is currently pursuing a fully funded PhD at the University of Glasgow on a UK Research and Innovation ESRC PhD Scholarship. He has published over 200 papers in peer-reviewed journals.#eachonehelpone #drfajembola #FIRST #health #science #stem #innovation #healthyliving #life