Dataflow Saudi: How to Apply For Saudi Dataflow Verification and Report

Dataflow Saudi

Please follow the below link to apply for Primary Source Verification process as an Applicant www.dfscfhs.com

If you are a new applicant then please select “Sign Up” option. If you are an existing applicant then fill your “E-mail ID” and “Password” received in the activation e-mail. If Applicant has registered before 01st March 2015 however not completed the Application prior to the said date, then current charges will still be applicable.

Once you sign up in the below page, you will receive an email with your login details. If you have an Eligibility Number please tick the checkbox against the field “Have Eligibility Number”. You will be required to enter Eligibility Number in the field.
Note that Eligibility Number will be issued by SCHS only

After signing up, you will be directed to the Personal Details page, where you need to provide the requested information, finish and click on next. Please note that you need to do the following :
• Select the right category under “Position Applied For” field.
• Tick the checkbox “I am a fresher” if you are a fresher and do not have experience.
• Select “New” if you applying for SCHS License for the very first time.
• Select “Renew” if you already have a SCHS License and want to apply for its renewal.
• Cross Check will be selected “Yes” by default.

You can also do the following:
• Change password through Change Password tab.
• Check status through Check Status tab.

After completing your Personal Details and clicking on save & next button you will be directed to Educational Details section where you need to fill out the requested details.
Please note the following:
• If you have selected “New” category under category field on Personal Details page then it is mandatory for you to fulfill the mandatory requirement of one education.
• If you have selected “Renew” category under category field on personal details page then you can fill either education; employment or health license component as per
requirement. You are required to fill only one component.
• You can upload, delete and view uploaded documents.
• If you click the Delete button all details entered for related Section will be removed; whereas Edit button will allow you to edit the related details.
• You can skip the component details and add more checks to the specified component by making use of skip and add more buttons.
• Save and Next button will save the information and will redirect to the Employment page.

After completing your Education Details and clicking on save & next button you will be directed to Employment Details section where you need to fill out the requested details.
Please note the following:
• Please fill your latest employment details or as advised by SCHS.
• If you have selected “New” category in the Personal Details page then it is mandatory for you to submit one employment certificate for verification (in case you are fresher, you can skip employment details however you will be charged as per usual rates).
• If you have selected “Renew” category in the Personal Details page then you can fill either education; employment or health license component as per requirement. You
are required to fill only one component.
• You can upload, delete and view uploaded documents.
• If you click the Delete button all details entered for related Section will be removed; whereas Edit button will allow you to edit the related details.
• You can skip the component details and add more checks to the specified component by making use of skip and add more buttons.
• “Save and Next” button will save the information and will redirect to the Health License page.

After you complete your Employment Details, you will be directed to the Health License Details section which is optional and you will be charged extra if you proceed with filling the details.
Please note the following:
• You can upload, delete and view uploaded documents.
• If you have selected “Renew” category in the Personal Details page then you can fill either education; employment or health license component as per requirement. You are required to fill only one component.
• If you click the Delete button all details entered for related Section will be removed; whereas Edit button will allow you to edit the related details.
• You can skip the component details and add more checks to the specified component by making use of skip and add more buttons.
• Save and Next button will save the information and will redirect to the Letter of Authorization page (LOA).

After you complete or skip the Health License Section, you will be directed to the Letter of Authorization page where you first need to print Letter of Authorization and then
upload the scanned copy of this document back onto the same page.

After you complete the above you can review your application.

After you review and confirm by clicking the Save and Next button, you will be directed to the payment page. Please note the following:
• Amount will be automatically populated.
• You can pay only by credit card.

Once payment is done, you will receive message and your application will be completed successfully. You can check your status by clicking on Check Status button.

Graduate Nursing Internship in Nigeria: NAUTH List of Shortlisted Candidates for Nursing Internship Interview

Graduate Nursing Internship in Nigeria

The Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Akwa Anambra state has published the list of shortlisted candidates for interview to fill positions into her nursing internship programme

Interview date: Wednesday, 29th November 2017

Kindly note that only candidates that graduated in 2017 were shortlisted for the interview as those that graduates before 2017 are note expected to undergo the internship programme.

Also note that your serial number is your examination number

Okorie Ugo Lydia
Nnanna Catherine Nnennaya
Ezeh Sandra Chioma
Egbu Chinonye Constance
Chibueze Margeret Chinenye
Dimgba Ijeoma Joy
Okoye (Umejiaku) Jennifer chinelo
Okafor Jane Chizube
Nzekwe nancy chinecherem
onyeka makuachukwu florence
ejimbe sylvia ifeoma
onwuka charles obinna
illa okwuchukwu chinaemelum
Ana tochi cynthia
Onyekwe chimdindu nkiruka
ozomma amala sandra
egwuatu chiamaka vivian
aniefuna chinaza mercy
okeke odira linda
Ekwunife Chetachukwu miracle
Okwuanalu Rita o
ilo prisca kenechi
okafor nkemdirim cynthia
Augustine john chukwuebuka
okpalaezinne immaculata onyinyechi
Agbasi chioma angela
ogwuche joy ene
aloke oluchi
nweze laureen ada
otigbo chinelo martha
ogedangbe moses
agbadasola benjamin gbenga
obu sabina chukwudinma
Agu chigozirim otitochukwu
ajibo chioma rita
Asogwa silas u
nneji ekpereamaka miracle
idenyi uchechukwu joy
eze chinenye
agim ogochukwu cynthia
ugwumba tochukwu micheal
silas esther adanna
okonkwo vivian oluchi
Nwadinobi chiagoziem joachum
nwachukwu chidiebere cynthia
amaraihe benedicta chinenyenwa
akujinwa kelechi vivian
adamu liwizatu nneka
dauda wasiu ayinde
miri teloir blessing
john sunday mwatiji
esumei fidelia oluchi
kue edward nekabari
fil tirnubari samuel
okpala france ogochukwu
ikwuoma ozioma venerate
oyim anayochukwu otuu
chikelu abigail ekwutosi
mbanefo ginika nwabundo
eze chioma cecilia
jamda bapina joseph
udogu bonaventure chinenye
elugwaraonu judith chinma
akunne ozioma blessing
iwuchukwu chidinma damaris
onwugwu onyedikachi G
Gogwim melissa pyemnwah
Nnaji chikodili Adaobi
Ajah Patience

Recent Medical Jobs in Nigeria: Medical Officer Jobs in Lagos

Recent Medical Jobs in Nigeria: Medical Officer Jobs in Lagos

Smith Medical Centre is a leading Specialist Hospital in Lagos Nigeria and now seek applications from suitable and competent candidates for the position below:

Position: Medical Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Description
* Such candidates should have the required vision as there will be opportunities for professional development.

Essential Requirements
* Degree: MBBS or MBchB
* Requirement: At least 2-3 years post graduation (and post NYSC) Good clinical acumen and interpersonal relationship, Good Basic medical surgical and clinical skills.

Application Closing Date
4th December, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s/Resume and cover letter (mandatory) stating why you are eligible for the job to: info@smithmedicalcentre.com Please use the title of the job you’re applying for as your email subject.

Note
* Applications without correct email titles or cover letters will not be reviewed.
* This recruitment process will be completed within 2 weeks of the closing date of the advert and successful candidates will be contacted.

Latest Veterinary Jobs in Nigeria: Veterinary Doctors Vacancies at Paws & Claws Animal Clinic

Latest Veterinary Jobs in Nigeria

Paws & Claws Animal Clinic, requires the services of a qualified candidate to fill the position below:

Position: Veterinary Doctor

Location: Surulere and Ibafo, Lagos

Requirement
* Interested candidates should possess relevant qualifications.

Application Closing Date
12th December, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to:
Paws & Claws Animal Clinic,
7 Akpogunma/Oduduwa str,
Kilo B/Stop,
Surulere,
Lagos State.

For enquiries Telephone: 07038039446.

ICRC Recruitment 2017/2018: Protection Field Officers Vacancies at the International Committee of the Red Cross

ICRC Recruitment 2017/2018

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Mubi Office is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the vacancy below:

Position: Protection Field Officer

Location: Mubi Office

Main Responsibilities
* Responsible for the implementation of Protection (mainly Restoring Family Links) activities in her/ his Area of Responsibility(AoR)
* Participates in the analysis of the security situation and humanitarian issues.
* Identifies protection problems and ensures proper treatment of enquiries following family separation, violations of International Humanitarian Law and other humanitarian consequences of the conflict, violence or natural disasters
* Participates in networking and dialogue with relevant interlocutors, ensures interaction with other departments (Assistance, Prevention and Cooperation), Sub-delegations and offices, the Nigeria Red Cross Society and other external contacts.
* Contributes to the reporting of violent incidents and Health Care in Danger incidents tables.
* Acts as a source of information in the AoR for Communication, Cooperation departments and Management or Delegates. Advises, and guides them in their networking activities.

Required Qualifications
* University degree in International Relations, Public Policy, Law, Political Science or a relevant related field
* 4 years of working experience in the humanitarian or the human rights sector
* Excellent written and spoken English, Hausa, Kanuri (Shuaa-Arab and French an asset)
* Good computer skills: knowledge in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
* Represents the organization properly with different level of interlocutors.
* Good knowledge of the area in the North-East – Adamawa, Southern Borno – (Political, cultural and geographical)

Personal Attributes:
* Team-work oriented, sound communication skills, familiar with protocol and official diplomatic communication
* Very good communication and inter-personal skills: ability to deal with people respectfully and showing empathy towards others (colleagues, beneficiaries, authorities)
* Ability to work independently, and capacity to take initiatives when appropriate
* Leadership skills with ability to manage and supervise tasks with effectiveness as per the set priorities
* Able to work under pressure; flexible and open to extra working hours if necessary
* Capacity to carry out activities and manage files of importance in the field of ICRC Protection activities (RFL, PCP and Missing).
* Staff management capacity and very good team spirit
* Ability to keep discretion and handling confidential matters effectively
* Sound capacity to strictly apply ICRC rules and procedures
* Adaptability and capacity to integrate changes and deal with important volume of work
* Punctual, reliable, confirmed organizational skills
* Sound analytical skills

Application Closing Date
6th December, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three referees to: ABJ_Recruitment_Services@icrc.org Please clearly indicate “Protection field Officer Mubi” as the subject of your application

Note
* Application intended for this role without the above subject will not be treated
* Late application will not be considered
* Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
* However, ICRC will not request for any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process.
* The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

Manager, Malaria Diagnostics Laboratory Vacancies at the Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia (MRCG)

The Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia (MRCG) is one of two research units established in sub- Saharan Africa by the Medical Research Council UK and is the MRC’s single largest investment in medical research in a low and middle income country. MRCG represents a unique concentration of scientific expertise and high quality research platforms in the West African region.

We are recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Position: Manager, Malaria Diagnostics Laboratory

Location: The Gambia

Job Description
* An interesting opportunity is available for a post-doctoral Scientist to head the Malaria Diagnostics Laboratory at MRCG Fajara.
* The post-holder will manage the Malaria laboratory, supporting both the externally funded projects operating through the platform as well as conducting research on method development and optimisation to ensure that the platform exploits novel technologies to strengthen its research portfolio.

Essential Requirements
* Ph.D in Biological or Biomedical Science.
* Significant experience of conducting Molecular Parasitology research.
* At least 3 years experience in Research Management.
* Ability to simultaneously manage different streams of laboratory investigations and to effectively co-supervise a team ensuring timely delivery of output to platform users.
* Excellent communication skills including scientific discussion and writing evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
* Demonstrated ability to conduct demanding laboratory work in a productive and disciplined manner.
* Good budgetary and cost management skills.
* Ability to work co-operatively in a diverse team.
* Experience with computer-based analyses and presentation of experimental data.

Desirable:
* Willingness to work outside working hours.
* Knowledge of ISO 15189 and/or good clinical laboratory practice (GCLP).

Remuneration
* An attractive salary will be paid in MRCG’s Grade 1,40 Points at a minimum take home pay of 132, 287 Dalasi per month. This is equivalent to $2, 814 per month using the prevailing USD/Dalasi exchange rate.
* Please note the salary will be paid in Dalasi and the USD/Dalasi exchange rate is only given as a guide using the prevailing exchange rate.
* For displaced staff the package will include, rent-free furnished accommodation, flights, displacement allowances for dependents, contribution to school fees for children and shipment of personal effects.

Application Closing Date
27th December, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidate should download, fill and submit the completed Application Form below and documents to: recruitment@mrc.gm
Click Here to Download Application Form (Ms Word)

Note
* The appointment is up to 31st March 2021 and is subject to a probationary period of 6 months.
* MRC is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates a strict no smoking policy.
* Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Ugandan Doctors Back To Work But Strikes Still With Us

After about three weeks of strike action, the doctors are back to work following an understanding with the government. However, we must not celebrate too soon as the doctors have indicated readiness to lay down their tools again next month if the government doesn’t deliver on its promises.

Meanwhile, nurses and midwives have threatened to go on strike too by December 5, if their demands are not met. We must not forget that state prosecutors are still on strike several weeks after they laid down their tools.

Their strike action has crippled the criminal justice system, with the prosecution of criminal cases grinding to a halt and police cells and prisons across the country chocking with suspects.

Earlier this year, judicial officers too went on strike, and lecturers of Makerere University have threatened to take similar action. At this rate, several other public sector workers might soon follow suit.

Yet this should not surprise us. The cost of living has been rising steadily but the wages and salaries, both in the public and private sectors, are not keeping up. The economy has been performing badly and the effects are there for all to see.

What is annoying, however, and probably instigating workers to resort to strike action, is the feeling that the government is oblivious to people’s suffering or simply doesn’t care.

While adversely affected individuals have been forced to adjust their lifestyles to survive in these hard times, the government continues to spend taxpayers’ money inconsiderately.

Politicking remains top priority, with billions of shillings recently spent on a scheme to amend the Constitution to allow the incumbent extend his hold onto power.

Public administration expenditure continues to rise to irrigate the politics of patronage, government officials continue to purchase luxury fuel-guzzling vehicles, and many of them have convoys of two to three cars.

The president travels with at least 25 cars and is fond of giving out cash handouts wherever he goes. And top public officials are entitled to costly medical treatment abroad, to mention just a few sticking issues.

Amid the hard economic times, people have realised that members of the ruling class are cushioned from the situation, hence the temptation for some in public service to resort to the only weapon at their disposal – withdraw of labour.
The Observer

HAAD Dataflow Guide: How to Apply for HAAD Dataflow 2018

HAAD Dataflow Guide

Dataflow is an agency who will help verify your documents. HAAD uses Dataflow services for faster and accurate verification for every applicant’s documents. First thing first is to check if you are qualified or not.

If you have met all the qualifications, you may now proceed to Dataflow. Here is the step-by-step guidelines on how to apply for HAAD dataflow without sponsor

Step 1.

Gather all the required documents for your desired position and scan them.

NOTE: In uploading your document/s, JPEG format (Passport Picture) is allowed for single page document but if you want to make things easier you need to convert your files to PDF format to create a single document (for documents with multiple files).

Check the size of files to be uploaded, resize as needed. Documents must be translated to English,as necessary.​All documents must not be expired.

​*Mandatory Documents:

A. SCHOOL:

*High School Diploma
*College Diploma – with CAV (Certificate of Authentication & Verification)
*Official Transcript of Records – With CAV (Certificate of Authentication & Verification)

Note: If CAV is not available, you can still proceed with Dataflow Processing and can submit these documents in the prelicensing. We know some members that did not include CAV credentials but were approved for exam.

B. PRC (With or without CAV)

*Board Certificate
*Certificate of Good Standing –(3 months validity, but as per the new PQR COGS is still valid up to 6 months)

Note: UPDATE- a separate TAB for COGS is now included in Dataflow.

C. EMPLOYMENT

*Certificate of Employment – preferably signed by the head of HR, make sure that details are accurate and updated.

D. Other Documents

*Passport Copy – Data page only
*Passport size photo – white background
*BLS Certificate – (Needed in PRE LICENSING, there have been reports that other applications were disapproved because of BLS training not conducted by an”authorized” training center (i.e. AHA certified)

E. FORMS: Sponsoring Facility Declaration form
(applicable if you have sponsor, if none then leave this part blank and just upload) Letter of Authorization CID – (English Pages only)

Applicant Declaration form – only for licensing procedure not in dataflow

Step 2.

Sign-up to Dataflow website – HAAD Dataflow. Choose the“Applicant”option. The “Facility” option is for companies who process the dataflow.https://www.dataflowgroup.net/haad/login.aspx

SECTION 1

The Email will contain your USERNAME AND unique PASSWORD. You can change your password if you opt to.

SECTION 2

INTRODUCTION,BACKGROUND,INSTRUCTIONS

Read then click next.

SECTION 3 APPLICATION TYPE AND SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

3.1 Select none if you don’t have sponsor or employer

3.1.0 Select none if you don’t have sponsor or employer

3.2 Download and re-upload a blank document if you don’t have a sponsor yet.

3.3 Select Nursing and Midwifery from the drop down-button and wait.

3.4 Click “Registered Nurse”.

3.5 Click “Registered Nurse” whatever your specialty is because they’ll ask for more documents if you choose your specialty now. (It won’t affect future application so don’t worry)

3.6 If none then proceed to the next. If you already took the exam before the system change, you can enter your PV Registration Number.

SECTION 4 PERSONAL DETAILS

Self explanatory, just leave blank the one that does not apply to you.

4.7 Select the month, year and date (in order) to be able to put the correct date of birth. (if you are having any problem with this,perhaps you are using different browser,use IE version7,8,9 ONLY)

4.18 If you have any relatives in UAE, put their contact number. If none, put 00000.

4.22 Upload your passport – front page (picture and data only)

4.23 Upload passport size picture

SECTION 5 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

5.1 Upload your high school diploma

5.2–5.3 LEAVE BLANK

5.4 Fill-out the form – follow the correct format and don’t use abbreviation.

5.4.13 for second courser include the date of your first course up to the end of your nursing,all dates can be seen in your diploma/, do not input date/data that cannot be seen in your diploma

5.4.14 Graduation date

5.4.16 Upload your diploma/rle/tor in pdf format – don’t put the red ribbon copy yet​

5.5 Leave blank

5.6 Put your Master’s Degree if available or leave it blank

5.7 upload BLS/ACLS if available

SECTION 6 CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING AND LICENSE INFORMATION

UPDATE: Please check updates in the next post (New tab for Certificate of Good Standing)

6.2.8. License Type: Others

6.2.9. License Status:Permanent

6.3.2 Upload PRC ID (front and back), PRC board certificate and board rating (all must be valid and not expired, others did not include BOARD RATING)ADD more License Details as needed.

SECTION 7 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE DETAIL UPDATE:

You should enter 2 years of most recent employment details. Package includes verification of 3 employers for the last two years. If the number of employers exceeds 3, an additional amount will be added.Combined working experience from different hospitals are accepted.As per HAAD, Employment Certificate is a MUST for registered nurses.
It should contain: clear designation of Staff Nurse in any area joining and end date of employment signatures

Note: Volunteer experiences are not valid.

7.1 Start from the most recent employment

7.1.12 Upload your certificate of employment (COE)​

7.2-7.4 Continue if you have other nursing employment.

SECTION 8 LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION

Fill-out the form and print it. Sign beside your name and upload it. (Electronic is allowed as per the experience of other members)

SECTION 9 SECURITY CLEARANCE (CID) / STAFF DATA FORM

Download and re-upload the document or upload a blank pdf

SECTION 10 DOCUMENT CHECKLISTS

Upload your credentials (diploma/tor/rle) with CAV if available, if you dont have it yet, just reupload original copies of the documents mentioned,Mark check.

SECTION 11 REVIEW OF APPLICATION CHECK! CHECK! CHECK!

SECTION 12 APPLICATION SUBMISSION

Now it’s time to submit your application. Again be sure everything is correct as you cannot change them once the verification has started

Double Check your MODE OF PAYMENT.Credit Card- Paying Outside UAE

Cash- Paying inside UAE (if there is someone who can pay in your behalf, you can also pay cash at DF coutner in Abu Dhabi or Al Ain)

Step 3.You’ll receive a confirmation email from Dataflow which includes “Dataflow Number” your HAAD Number and payment made.

Step 4. Wait for 30-60 days verification of your documents (some took 90 days). You can follow-up your application by sending e-mail or calling Dataflow Offices or visiting Dataflow desk.

Step 5.

After all your documents have been verified, dataflow will send you an e-mail again for your HAAD web login (pre-licensing) with your Username and Password.

DATAFLOW RE-APPLICATION: If you have problems when it comes to verification of your documents/credentials (unable to verify COE, lacking COE/Experience uploaded) you can email them immediately, and attached documents as needed.

If disapproved or with negative verification,you just need to make another DF account using new email address, then choose CASH as mode of payment but you do not need to pay again. Email DF regarding your case and include your old AGN and state what happened.

From: Pefcommunity

For step by step guide on Dubai nurse registration check this link

Tips for haad exam takers:

– PRAY before and after the exam
– remember the basics (meds and iv computation esp. Pediatric doses)
– be careful to observe the metric units in computation
– use the process of elimination
– do not overthink or overanalyze
– do not question the situation/question itself
– principles of tractions
– DM, DVT and CVA faves nila
– alzheimers and dimentia
– colostomy and stoma care
– stick to ur first answer if u are confused btween 2 choices

REVIEWERS:

– befriend with Saunders Q&A (spare time read pyramid to success also)
– Carl balita’s ultimate learning guide
– MS bY UDAN (Mas simple kc explanation and key concepts niya)
– Nurselabs.com ( my mga topics po na ina.upload dito ang mga colleagues natin like psych nursing, maternal and child, funda, etc.)

PRACTICE QUESTIONS with RATIONALE:

– nurselabs.com (examination tab, computer based din po ito)

– saunders q&a 4th to 6th ed. (Downloadable po sa kickass torrent ung 5th ed as book and 4th ed. As application kung hirap po kau mgdownload sa ibang sources)

then read about DM, anemia, stroke, emphysema, COPD, MI, infant reflexes, BLS-ACLS, computation basic, remember to check the unit and convert as necessary, heart failure, RHD, Parkinson’s, shock, DVT, tonsillectomy, tracheostomy, ECG tracing, NGT feeding, ABG, suctioning, IV therapy, sa meds mga common lang naman like heparin, warfarin, insulin, mga antidote ganun, gastric lavage, thoracentesis, cataract, HIV,

Critical Care Nursing Course in Canada for International Students

Niagara College, Welland Ontario

Duration: 1 year

Qualification: Postgraduate Certificate

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing AND

If you have earned the equivalent of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) from outside Canada, you will be required to provide proof of one or more of the following:

Niagara College Mature Student Test for English
Grade 12 English at the C or U level (Ontario High School Curriculum)
ACE English (Academic Upgrading)
International Credential Assessment for studies outside of Canada

Tuition: $14,000-15,000

Website: http://www.niagaracollege.ca/nursing-psw-studies/programs/critical-care-nursing/admission-requirements/

2. Durham College https://durhamcollege.ca/programs/critical-care-nursing-e-learning

Other Schools offering the course are

critical care nursing course conestoga

critical care nursing course george brown

critical care nursing course humber college

The 90th Annual National Conference Of The Pharmaceutical Society Of Nigeria (PSN), Abia 2017

COMMUNIQUÉ OF THE 90TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL SOCIETY OF NIGERIA (PSN) TAGGED “ABIA 2017” HELD AT THE MULTIPURPOSE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE, UMUAHIA, ABIA STATE FROM 6TH TO 11TH NOVEMBER 2017

Nigeria has struggled over time to meet its full complements of essential medicines in its health system which still contends with significant negative indices.

Even when the National Drug Policy 2005 had envisaged that the country will produce at least 70% of its essential medicine needs by 2005, we failed to meet this target and indeed all other objectives, goals and targets of the NDP 2005.

As it stands today a veritable tool that enemies of Nigeria can exploit to fight Nigeria without a recourse to conventional warfare is to utilise the porous state of various points of entry via sea, land or air to ship huge batches of some of our fast selling drugs laced with toxic substances to inflict mortality on unsuspecting consumers of health.

This informed the choice theme of the 90th Annual National Conference of the PSN in 2017

“Medicines Availability and National Security”

The conference was declared open by His Excellency,Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, Ph.D the Executive Governor, Abia State, Nigeria.

Other dignitaries who participated at conference included the Wife of the President,Her Excellency, Hajiya Aisha Muhammadu Buhari, ably represented by the Former Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Her Excellency, Dame Pauline Tallen,OFR, His Excellency, the Deputy Governor of Abia State, Rt. Hon. Ude Oko-chukwu and his wife, Her Excellency Lady Vivian Ude Oko-chukwu, Former Deputy Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Pharm. (Col). Emeka Ananaba Rtd, Distinguished Senators of the Federal Republic of Nigeria including Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, Senator Mohammed Suleiman Nazif, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, Senator Ali Wakil, Hon. Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac F. Adewole, FAS ably represented by Dr Chukwu Abali, MD, FMC, Umuahia, Members of Abia State Executive Council including Dr. Emelike Godwill Okoro, Secretary to the Abia State Government and Deputy Chief of Staff, Elder John Nwobobu, the President of the African Pharmaceutical Forum, Dr. Prosper Hiag, President of Nigerian Association of Pharmacists and Pharmaceutical Scientists in the Americas (NAPPSA), Dr. Leo Egbujiobi, President Association of Professional Bodies of Nigeria (APBN), Dr. Omede Idris and the President of Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) Dr. Mike Ogirima ably represented by Dr Kingsley N Enweremadu, Past Presidents of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) including Pharm. Mohammed Yaro Budah, mni,FPSN, FPCPharm, FNAPharm, Pharm. (Dr.) U. N. O. Uwaga, mni,FPSN, FPCPharm, FNAPharm, FNIM,Pharm. (Sir.) Anthony Akhimien, mni, FPSN,FPCPharm, FNAPharm, FNIM,Pharm. Azubike Okwor, FPSN, FNAPharm, FNIM and Pharm. Olumide Akintayo, FPSN, FPCPharm, FNAPharm FNIM, Registrar, Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN),Pharm. Elijah Mohammed, FPSN, FPCPharm, FNAPharm, FNIM, the Royal Fathers including HRM, the Uba of Ubakala, Eze (Pharm.) Ralph Mbagwu, HRM, the Inyi of Amainyi Autonomous Community, Imo State, Eze (Pharm.) Emeka Ogbonna and HRM, Igwe of Ogidi, Anambra State, Pharm. (Igwe) Alex Onyido.

The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Andrew S. Nevin, Partner-Financial Services Advisory Leader & Chief Economist Global Leader-Project Blue PwC Nigeria. Other eminent resource persons also made tremendous impact through presentations at the conference.

CONFERENCE RECOMMENDATIONS

Conference deliberated on the theme and sub-themes of the Conference and other contemporary issues influencing the pharmaceutical industry and its contributions to national development and made the following observations and recommendations:

Conference noted unequivocally that unavailability of medicines and vaccines is a huge security risk to the Nigerian populace and called on Government and all relevant stakeholders to prioritize local production of drugs to ensure availability of medicines at all times. Conference called for concerted efforts by all relevant stakeholders for the local production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) including engaging Dangote Group on requirements of the pharmaceutical industry to ensure those considerations are reckoned within the blueprint for Dangote’s petrochemical plant. Conference identified a critical need exists for investors and stakeholders to meet to fine-tune strategies going forward to enable stable outcomes.
Conference admonished pharmaceutical manufacturers to form effective collaborations that will result in accelerated progress for the industry in a short period. One such required collaboration is with the Industrial Policy and Competitiveness Advisory Council a.k.a ‘Industrial Council’ which has a resolve to drive critical infrastructural development in the country. Others include collaborations with international Non-Governmental Organizations on contract manufacture, distribution and access to drugs, Bank of Industry for funds and regional manufacturing groups such as the West Africa Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association.
Conference in particular recognized the important role of funding for the pharmaceutical industry especially for local production and distribution of drugs and called on pharmaceutical manufacturers to avail themselves of the available funding opportunities including Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Intervention funds, Bank of Industry (BOI) Intervention funds and Pharmaceutical Expansion Intervention funds.
Conference applauded Presidential-level ‘Ease of Doing Business’ reform efforts of Government which involves simplifying the procedures for the import of vital raw materials and components needed for local manufacture of drugs in Nigeria as well as ensuring consistency in customs classifications and regulations. Conference was delighted that Government recognized that there were numerous obstacles and roadblocks that continue to afflict business innovation and growth, especially in the pharmaceutical sector and is addressing these concerns through the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Ministry of Finance and Nigerian Customs Service through use of tariff structures to incentivize local production and as much as possible discourage importation of those medicines that can be produced locally. Conference was assured that political will is assured via the mechanism of the Ease of Doing Business in Nigeria policy document and that policy somersaults occur when stakeholders are not involved in decision-making.
Conference canvassed improved Research and development, as well as production of herbal medicines as the most easily achieved targets for the pharmaceutical industry and called on all relevant stakeholders to put their focus on these areas. Conference encouraged stakeholders to commit themselves to the local production of pharmaceutical grade corn starch by the year 2020.
Conference advocated the establishment of strong University-Industry partnership to promote technology innovation, entrepreneurship, supply chain and regulatory management to support the progressive movement of the local pharmaceutical industry to higher levels of the value chain. Conference reiterated the need for stronger collaboration between the pharmaceutical industry and the academia in the area of research and drug development in order to produce both locally available active molecules and other raw materials as one of the ways to attain self-sufficiency in local drug manufacture.
Pharmacists under the aegis of the PSN conveyed their deep sense of appreciation to President, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR,for appointing a Pharmacist, Prof. Moji Adeyeye as Director General/Chief Executive Officer of National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in tandem with relevant enabling Acts of Parliament. Conference solicited a consolidation of this appointment through the immediate reconstitution of the Board of NAFDAC, PCN, NIPRD and NDLEA in view of the fundamental and pivotal statutory responsibilities of these strategic regulatory agencies in monitoring and control procedures in the entire drug development and distribution channels in Nigeria.
Conference further emphasised that for NAFDAC to truly safeguard the health of the nation, a compelling need for its Governing Board to be in place remains paramount, while the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria need its Governing Council to enforce its disciplinary powers on erring practitioners in addition to ensuring lawful accreditation of training facilities at Universities and other levels. Conference drew attention of the Federal Government to rising levels of drug abuse and misuse especially amongst the youth and reminded Government that further delays in reconstituting the Board of the NDLEA will only make the citizenry more vulnerable to hazardous state of health.
Conference congratulated the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) on the monthly newsletter “From the Registrars’ Desk” which has served as a veritable tool to update pharmacists on the happenings within the Registry and the practice specific online Mandatory Compulsory Professional Development (MCPD) program for recertification of Pharmacists as well as the online professional registration which kicked off this year. Conference directed all Heads of Pharmacy and Directors of parastatals and organizations to assist PCN by sending updated list of their members to the Registry to ensure a robust database for its operations.
Conference reiterated its call on the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria and the Academia to develop sufficient pharmaceutical human resources and local technical capacity through relevant education and training for the full implementation of the NUC-approved PharmD programme in all Faculties of Pharmacy across the country.
Conference appealed to the Government (Federal and States) to activate the consultancy pharmacist philosophy by approving the consultant pharmacy status for all pharmacists that qualify for this status. Conference put on record as defined, a Consultant Pharmacist is “a Pharmacist who is paid to provide expert advice on the use of medications by individuals or within institutions, or on the provision of Pharmacy services to institutions” services already being offered by many pharmacists.Conference counseled all stakeholders in health that the consultancy cadre in Pharmacy is not to take away from any profession, but in reality, a value-added service to consumers of medicines in our joint resolve to make Nigeria’s brand of healthcare practice of global standard. Conference reminded President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, to approve the CONHESS adjustment circular for health worker which was one of the agreements signed between Government and Labour to call off the September nationwide strike of health workers.
Conference lamented the seemingly slow pace of the implementation of the NDDG which was specifically amended to integrate operators in the existing Open Drug Markets which are expected to metamorphose into Coordinated Wholesale Centres in Ijora in Lagos State, Aba in Abia State, Onitsha in Anambra State and Kano by January 2019 in yet another shift announced by the Federal Ministry of Health in August 2017. Conference called on the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria and other stakeholders to work assiduously towards realising the new date in the bid to restore sanity to the nation’s drug distribution channels.
Conference adopted the increased promotion being paid to the development of multidisciplinary teams by various healthcare professionals, research organizations and the current administration. Conference urges pharmacists to take an active interest in initiating and sustaining such collaborative efforts. Conference also urged the academia to mentor practitioners in developing the appropriate skills needed to function optimally within such collaborations to ensure pharmacists can practice at global standards, improving the health of the public.
Conference strongly urged hospital pharmacists to pursue, as a matter of urgency, specializations in different areas of health in order to ensure their continued relevance within the healthcare delivery system in the hospital while community pharmacists should pursue primary care certification with globally accredited organizations like WHO and UNICEF as well as well as seeking appropriate payment mechanism under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
Conference invited pharmacy regulatory agencies, pharmacy associations and key leaders in community pharmacy to engage with government and other healthcare professionals to develop appropriate policies to institutionalize pharmaceutical care and public health oriented pharmacy services to enable practitioners practice these roles in a standardized manner. Conference also calls for the establishment of effective lobby mechanisms to ensure that the pharmacy profession and the pharmaceutical industry achieves its aim of providing optimal pharmaceutical services to the teeming health seeking populace.
Conference congratulated the winner of the 2017 edition of the May and Baker Award, Pharm. (Prof.) Cyril Usifoh, FPSN and encouraged more Pharmaceutical Companies to emulate May and Baker in motivating and empowering pharmacists in all spheres of practice. Conference noted an improved response by pharmacists in the nomination process for the award and encouraged continued heightened publicity for future editions.
Conference appreciated the enthusiasm of the Government and People of Abia state towards the hosting of pharmacists from across the nation which gave a clear signal to the nation of the high level of security and harmony in the state. Conference expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality and generosity of the Government and People of Abia State. Conference specially acknowledged the contribution of Pharm. (Dr.) Chris Ike, member of the Abia State Health Management Board, Sir Onyii Wamah, Permanent Secretary, Government House and Dr. Mike Enyinnah, Personal Physician to the Governor for their tireless commitment to ensuring a successful conference. Conference also appreciated the extensive developmental and entrepreneurial programs of the administration of Governor Okezie Victor Ikpeazu in the state and encouraged him not to relent in his quest to make Abia State an entrepreneurial hub for the country.
Conference thanked the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Gov. Victor Ikpeazu, the wife of the Governor of Abia State, Her Excellency, Mrs. Nkechi Victor Ipkeazu, the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Ude Okochukwu, the wife of the Deputy Governor, Her Excellency, Lady Vivian Ude Okochukwu, Senator Mao Ohaubunwa, Senate Committee Chairman on Primary Health Care (PHC) and Communicable Diseases, His Royal Majesty, the Uba of Ubakala, Eze (Pharm.) Ralph Mbagwu, other eminent traditional rulers and the good people of Abia State for their generosity, hospitality and peaceful environment which facilitated the success of the Conference.

At the end of the Conference, the AGM elected the following pharmacists to serve and pilot the affairs of the Society for the next one year.

Pharm. Ahmed I.Yakasai, FPSN, FNAPharm, FNIM – President

Pharm. Daniel Orumwense, FPSN, FPCPharm Dep. President (South)

Pharm. (Hon.) John Enger,FPSN Dep. President (North)

Pharm. Emeka Callistus Duru National Secretary

Pharm. Uzoma Nwigudu Asst. Nat. Secretary

Pharm. (Mrs.) Adefolake Adeniyi,MAW National Treasurer

Pharm. Chinyere Osakwe Nat. Financial Secretary

Pharm. (Mrs.) Arinola E. Joda, Ph.D, FPCPharm, Nat. Publicity Secretary

Pharm. Tosin Adeyemi, FPCPharm Editor-in-Chief

Pharm (Dr.) Tawa Idubor,Ph.D Internal Auditor

Pharm. Victor Okwuosa,FPSN Unofficial Member

Pharm. Idris Pada,FPSN, FPCPharm – Unofficial Member

Pharm. Olumide Akintayo, FPSN, FPCPharm, FNAPharm, FNIM – Imm. Past President

SIGNED:

PHARM. AHMED YAKASAI,FPSN,FNAPharm,FNIM PRESIDENT

PHARM.GBOLAGADEIYIOLA,MAW NATIONAL SECRETARY