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2018Fourth edition

The Diaspora as Nigeria's Brain Gain

About this edition

Focusing on the diaspora's role in Nigeria's healthcare, the conference showcased professionals bringing skills, knowledge, and resources home. Speakers shared challenges, successes, and insights, while exploring how government and partners can create supportive ecosystems to encourage full or periodic returns, boosting the sector's capacity and innovation.

Featured speakers

A selection of the voices that took the stage in 2018.

Professor Rotimi Jaiyesimi

Professor Rotimi Jaiyesimi

Associate Medical Director for Patient Safety & Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at the Basildon University Hospital, Basildon

Mr Temitayo (Tayo) Erogbogbo

Mr Temitayo (Tayo) Erogbogbo

Director of Advocacy at MSD for Mothers

Dr. Ukwuori-Gisela Kalu

Dr. Ukwuori-Gisela Kalu

Clinical Psychologist.

Dr. Olumide Okunola

Dr. Olumide Okunola

HealthCare Program Manager, International Finance Corporation.

Dr. Femi Sunmonu

Dr. Femi Sunmonu

Co-Founder/Director of PurpleSource HealthCare

Dr. Fatima Kyari

Dr. Fatima Kyari

Founder, Icare

Moments

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