Minister Pate: Pharmacists Vital for Healthier Societies - World Pharmacists Day 2025 Commemoration!
During Nigeria's inaugural commemoration of World Pharmacists Day 2025, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, emphasized the crucial role of pharmacists as strategic partners in building healthier and more resilient societies. The minister highlighted the frontline position of pharmacists in providing healthcare services across the country, from cities to remote villages.
He praised pharmacists for their accessibility, trustworthiness, and indispensable role in offering healthcare guidance and preventive services. The minister also acknowledged the significant policy milestones achieved in the healthcare sector, including the introduction of the National Drug Policy and the National Essential Medicines List reform.
Plus234Feed summary based on reporting from Leadership Newspaper. Read the original report below.
Read full article
Continue on Leadership Newspaper
Get the week in one email
Top stories, NPFL results, the naira — every Friday morning. Free, one email a week.
Related Stories
Prof Baale Advocates for Pharmacists' Vital Role in African Healthcare
Ogun PSN Urges Stronger Roles for Pharmacists on World Pharmacists Day
ACPN Urges FG to Recognize Community Pharmacies as PHC Centers for Better Healthcare
Nigerian Pharmacists Demand Sanctions Over Illegal Drug Distribution in Public Hospitals
Health Sector: FG’s Collective Bargaining Agreements Committee Timely, Says Pharmacists
Nigeria Explores Innovative Tech to Boost Local Drug Production
Get Plus234Feed on messaging apps
Same headlines, delivered where you already scroll.
