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The Role of NCDC Public Health in Nigeria in Combating Infectious Diseases

Public health threats continue to evolve across Nigeria, and the country’s ability to detect, respond,

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Global Fund AMR programs Nigeria

How Global Fund AMR Programs Nigeria Improve Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance

Global fund antimicrobial resistance in Nigeria has become a cornerstone for tackling drug-resistant infections in

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AMR training for health workers Nigeria

The Importance of AMR Training for Health Workers Nigeria in Modern Healthcare

The Nigerian Center for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) plays a pivotal role in safeguarding

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Exploring Antibiotic Stewardship Nigeria and Its Role in Fighting AMR

Introduction The rise of antimicrobial stewardship in Nigeria has become a cornerstone in the battle

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global action plan on antimicrobial resistance

Exploring the Global Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance and Its Impact on Healthcare

Introduction The Nigerian National action plan on Antimicrobial resistance is an essential step in addressing

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Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance

How Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Strengthens Nigeria’s Infection Control

Antimicrobial resistance is increasingly threatening Nigeria’s healthcare system, making previously treatable infections harder to manage.

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The Growing Importance of Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control in Nigeria

Antimicrobial drug resistance continues to pose a significant threat to healthcare systems worldwide, and Nigeria

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Antimicrobial Drug Resistance in Nigeria

Antimicrobial Drug Resistance in Nigeria: Causes, Impact & Latest Trends

Antimicrobial drug resistance is becoming one of the most pressing health challenges in Nigeria, threatening both patient outcomes and the effectiveness of the healthcare system. Resistant infections

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One Health AMR NAP 2.0

Why One Health AMR NAP 2.0 Is Critical for Nigeria’s Public HealthFuture

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains one of Nigeria’s most pressing public health challenges, affecting hospitals, communities,

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Dr. Omobosola Akinsete is a dedicated physician and a key member of the Nigerian Antimicrobial Stewardship Taskforce. She has been an internal medicine and adult Infectious Disease physician in the United States of America for 30  years . She graduated from Medical school at the University of Lagos, and has a masters in Public Health from Johns Hopkins school of Public Health. 

She did her Internal Medicine training at a Brown University hospital and her fellowship in Infectious Diseases  at the University of Minnesota where she is an associate professor. She has worked with the National Institutes of Health and Howard University a a coordinator for the Human Genome Project among other projects, she is a frequent public speaker and contributor to different types of media. She loves to advocate for healthcare in minority populations. She  has a lot of experience with  patients and health care providers on antimicrobial stewardship in her institution  HealthPartners in Minnesota U.S.A. Her expertise in the field of Infectious diseases and antimicrobial stewardship and her passion to improve health care in her home country will contribute significantly to the fight against antimicrobial resistance in Nigeria. Dr. Akinsete’s work with the taskforce focuses on leadership of the taskforce as chairperson and national coordinator, working closely with NCDC leadership, the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Health, stakeholders, and funding partners, and helping with capacity building of standardized antimicrobial stewardship and infectious disease educational programs. She will also use her expertise to guide providers and HealthCare institutions  on the ground . Her commitment to improving antimicrobial use and patient safety is invaluable to the nation’s public health efforts.