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40th National Conference: ACPN tours Emzor’s Factory as Pharm Coy Sponsors Training of Community Pharmacists on Vaccination

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The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) as part of its ongoing 40th National Scientific Conference in Abeokuta, the Ogun State’s capital, on Thursday, visited the Emzor Group’s Ultra-Modern Pharma Factory located at the Shagamu Interchange of the Lagos – Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State.

Welcoming the Association to the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) compliant factory sited on more than 60 Hectares of land, the Group Managing Director of the Pharmaceutical company, Dr. Stella Okoli said she felt elated by the presence of the executives and officials of the Association at the factory.

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“I am indeed very excited by the presence of the Association’s representatives,  you are welcome to the largest pharmaceutical facility in West Africa. The  factory known as Emzor Campus is also (cGMP) compliant and has already manufactured and supplied millions of doses of medication ranging from antimalarials, paediatric care, vitamins and antiretrovirals to various international organizations through partnerships for public health intervention.” She said.

Speaking further, the Group Managing Director said; “Malaria is a leading cause of death on the African continent, Emzor now has API Manufacturing Technology Transfer and licensing agreement with India’s Mangalam Drugs & Organic Limited to locally manufacture and distribute Active Pharmaceutical ingredients  (4 API’s) for the treatment and prevention of malaria. This leads to the development of a world class API manufacturing facility in compliance with international standards and the first of t kind in Sub- Saharan Africa. This agreement affirms Emzor’s long standing position to strengthen the Pharma sector in Africa.”

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Dr. Okoli while stressing the commitment of the pharmaceutical group to national development in all areas of life said;  “over the last seven years, Emzor has been a major football supporter. Emzor’s sponsorship partnership with NFF extends to the six national teams, including super Eagles with Emzor Pharmaceuticals being recognized as the official analgesics of the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Super Falcons with a strategic partnership with Asisat Osoala, the falcons’ team captain as Brand Ambassador.”

 

Congratulating the Association for its 40th convention, Okoli said “the Association is making a great impact in the Nigeria’s Pharmaceutical industry and Emzor Group would not relent on its efforts to continually give the Association every necessary support.”

 

In his response, the National Chairman of the Association, Dr. Samuel Adekola said that the Association is in the factory to have an eye witness account of the great development in pharmaceutical industry. He said; ” Emzor Group is the foremost partner of the Association, Emzor is positioned as a platinum partnership of the Association. I felt the need for my people to visit as a form of solidarity. Seeing is believing, and we have seen and we have believed that Emzor is a trailblazer in Nigeria’s pharmaceutical industry. The place is massive and it is an unprecedented development in Nigeria.”

Meanwhile, earlier, as part of the Association’s Scientific Conference the pharmaceutical company,  offered certificate vaccination training to Pharmacists in Nigeria via its 7 modules CPR/BLS Training Program to enhance pharmacy based vaccination delivery.

 

Speaking on the initiative, the National Chairman of the Association, Dr. Samuel Adekola said the aim of the training is to increase manpower in health delivery in Nigeria. According to him, “the training is essentially to increase the manpower in health delivery in Nigeria. The training would go a long way to help the country to achieve the goals of Universal Health Coverage. It is a fact that COVID-19 pandemic has raised the awareness of vaccination as a public health intervention and the ACPN, with the approval of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, is  licensing community pharmacists to commence vaccination of adults in the premises. Therefore, this training comes on board to prepare a good number of our members for the task.”

 

The training which was in partnership with the College of Pharmacy, Mercer University, United States of America (USA) had facilitators from the American Institution to train Nigerian pharmacists in the areas of background information about vaccines; vaccines conditions, patient screening, education and consent; storage, handling, delivering and waste management of vaccines; review of vaccination equipment/supplies; vaccine admnistration anaphylaxis and post vaccine info; recording and monitoring vaccination as well as competency skill check via exit examination. The pharmaceuticals company fully and partially sponsored the training fees of 125 Pharmacists, out of the 200 Pharmacists that  undertook the training.

 

Commending Emzor Group as the lead sponsor of the training, Dr. Samuel Adekola said the pharmaceutical company has once again demostrated its commitment to the development and professionalism of the pharmaceutical industry in Nigeria.  “This is a profound testimony of Emzor’s commitment to professionalism and development of the industry in the country, on the vaccine training program, Emzor has gone beyond the ordinary.” He said.

 

In the same vein, the lead facilitator of the training, Dr. Kunle Tometi, from Total Pharmacy, Dallas Texas said; “Emzor Pharmaceuticals as truly an indigenous company has made another statement through this sponsorship as a leader in the industry.”

 

Speaking on the benefits of the training, Tometi declared that “the training is designed to boost health care delivery in Nigeria. And it is a good thing that the participants have been exposed to a lot of necessary information, ideas and skills that will guide them in their duties. Through this training, Nigeria can now boast of a good number of experts in the area of vaccination.”

 

Speaking on behalf of the Emzor Group at the training, Chukwu Ekwe, Head, Sales and Marketing Strategy, Zolon Healthcare Limited, a member of Emzor Group said, “Emzor is committed to bridging vaccination gaps in the country. Our leadership position in the industry is confirmed by the provision of intelligent solutions to the healthcare needs of our stakeholders. Anyday, anytime, Emzor Group is  committed to the training of manpower to boost Nigeria’s healthcare delivery.”

 

Also at the event, in showing their appreciation to Emzor Group, some of the trainees expressed their gratitude to the company and encouraged her to keep on supporting the development of the industry.

 

Pharma Peter Ochoche, the Secretary General and Project Coordinator, Young Pharmacist Group (YPG),  Nassarawa State, said he was participating in the training under the sponsorship of Emzor. “I am very grateful to Emzor, the company made it possible for me to participate in this training. This is not the first time the company is doing this kind gesture, the company has always been given us platforms to express and build ourselves.”

 

Also Pharma Boniface Cyprian Oke, from Abakaliki, Ebonyi State said Emzor gesture is a step in the right direction. “It is a fact that this training is a step in the right direction. Emzor is building a capacity that is unprecedented in the Nigeria’s pharmaceutical industry. And I wish the company would continue is this direction.”

 

Emzor is a privately owned indigenous pharmaceutical company founded in 1984 by Dr Stella Okoli. The Company has grown into a legacy pharmaceutical company with 4 modern factories that manufacture over 140 world-class pharmaceutical products, such as analgesics (the widely used Emzor Paracetamol), vitamins, haematinics, anti-malarial, anti-tussive, antibiotics, antihelminthic, anti-histamine, antacid, and cardio-protective drugs. Emzor has a network of over 120 distributors covering public and private institutions across West Africa. Emzor is the largest indigenous pharmaceutical manufacturer in the country with over 120 products, all NAFDAC approved.

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Ondo 2024: Leading Aspirant, Funmi Ayinke Purchases APC Nomination Form

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To further express her passion to serve the people of Ondo state, Engr. (Dr) Olufunmilayo Ayinke-Adekojo, a leading aspirant in the Ondo governorship race has purchased her nomination form today Wednesday, 27th Of March, 2024.

Funmi Ayinke, as she is fondly called among her followers, besieged the APC national headquarters in Abuja to pick up her nomination form, substantiating her interest in the governorship race.

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The race for who becomes the next governor of Ondo state has attracted several politicians in the state including the incumbent governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. While many of them have stepped down, Funmi Ayinke has continued to wax stronger by the day and with the purchase of her nomination form, she has shown that indeed she is capable of becoming the next governor of Ondo state.

Despite being the only recognizable female in the race, Funmi Ayinke has shown great strength, sagacity and credibility; she is truly the candidate to beat in the race.

Speaking at the Party’s Secretariat, Funmilayo, Adekojo expressed confidence that she would win the party’s ticket and would tailor her campaign inline with the guidelines

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She said, “I am confident that I will secure the nomination as the party’s candidate and emerge victorious in the Ondo State Governorship Election. This is an opportune moment for women to showcase their leadership abilities and make a significant impact in politics. With determination and support, I am ready to lead the way and bring about positive change for the people of Ondo State.”

“As a woman, I recognize the importance of representation and diversity in governance. I am committed to amplifying the voices of women and addressing the unique challenges they face. By promoting gender equality and inclusivity, we can build a stronger and more prosperous Ondo State for all its residents.”

“My candidacy symbolizes a shift towards a more inclusive and progressive political landscape. By breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes, I aim to inspire future generations of women to pursue their ambitions fearlessly. Together, we can build a brighter future where every individual, regardless of gender, has the opportunity to thrive.”

Adekojo was warmly received, on behalf of the National Working Committee by Alhaji Suleiman Argungu and others.

 

 

 

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PROPHETIC HALL OF FAME: beware of early exit of King Charles, prophet Godwin Ikuru tells Buckingham palace

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Prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry, Lagos is one of the great prophets we have in Africa.He has several fulfilled prophecies as God uses him greatly to deliver revelations, prophecies, warnings and spiritual guidance.

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He’s one prophet that God has been using greatly these days;as the mouthpiece and oracle of God,God has given him revelation concerning the Royal House of England,King Charles of England.He said “I see tragedy in the Royal House of England,I don’t see King Charles ruling for long,his health is the major thing that will hamper his reign and bring disaster,he need to work assiduously to combat his health issues if he wishes to spend enough time on earth” .

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Prophetic Hall Of Fame : Prophet Godwin Ikuru Speak Again

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The Senate President Take your times and take good care of your health.

The nation needs you
your family needs you
also friends need you .

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God needs you to deliver the Good Peoples of Nigerians
Almighty God as places a responsibility on your shoulders.

To carry Nigerian through this difficult time ,so you need Divine health to carry your people’s through as a Senate President of Nigeria.

God Bless you .

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PROPHECY!!!

Prophet Godwin Ikuru
General Oversea of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry

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