49th Chapter AGSM

Theme: “Healthy Living: Transforming Lives Through Healthy Lifestyle Choices.”

Transforming lives through healthy lifestyle choices — a powerful theme that brought together 400+ delegates at the 49th Annual Scientific Meeting in Kano.

Over 400 delegates attended, including representation from the Kano State Government — here are the key highlights from the meeting:

Sir Samuel Manuwa Lecture

A compelling lecture highlighting how lifestyle choices impact cardio-kidney-metabolic health.

Medical Outreach Lecture

A community-focused outreach delivering essential healthcare services to residents of Bichi Local Government Area.

Scientific Sessions

Engaging symposia and sessions fostering knowledge sharing, research insights, and professional collaboration.

Young Fellows Sponsorship Award

Recognizing and supporting outstanding young fellows for their excellence and contributions to the profession.

Training & Capacity Building

Pre-conference workshops, Neonatal resuscitation training

Health & Wellness Activities

Lifestyle workout, Medical screening for fellows & members

Flagship Events

AGM & Gala Dinner

Key Administrative & Financial Updates

Chapter Assets: TheChukwuedu Nwokolo Guest House in Abuja is currently operating at a loss due to high power costs and low patronage; the Board of Trustees (BOT) and EXCO are exploring leasing the facility to professional managers or “solarizing” the building to reduce expenses.

Digital Transformation

The Chapter has continued with digital dues collection system,resulting in improved revenue,transparency and accountability.

Constitutional Review

A review of the Chapter bye-laws was approved to harmonize them with the 2023 amended College Constitution and clarify ambiguous sections following previous election issues.

Committee Reorganization

Eight new committees were constituted to address areas such as Diaspora Engagement, Digital Innovation, and Gender Mainstreaming.

Academic and Faculty Highlights

Adebisi Senbanjo Lecture Series: This virtual series continues to gain acceptance, and a technical working group has been formed to implement its recommendations.

Young Fellows Sponsorship: Six Fellows were sponsored through the Sonny Kuku Young Fellows Sponsorship Award.

Dr Cynthia Nwamaka Ekochin

Faculty of Community Health

Dr. Oluseyi Apanisile

Faculty of Family Medicine

Dr. Owolabi Doubra Orherhe

Faculty of Laboratory Medicine

Dr. Afolabi Oyeyemi Adebayo

Faculty of Psychiatry

Dr.Eniola Peters

Faculty of Paediatrics

Dr. Feyisara Kehinde

Faculty of Internal Medicine

Faculty Reports

Community Health

Held a pre-conference on mapping and AI with 109 attendees. They celebrated the BOT Chairman’s 80th birthday and discussed the upcoming 50th anniversary.

Family Medicine

Focused on how the new curriculum will impact examinations starting in October 2025. They also worked on optimizing their Faculty App for administrative tasks.

Laboratory Medicine

Conducted a workshop on membership and fellowship practical exams. The Faculty requested more inclusivity in decision-making and plans to hold two update and revision courses annually.

Internal Medicine

Discussed preparations for the Dakar AGSM and noted a rise in revenue mobilization. Two necrologies were reported.

Paediatrics

Organized a biostatistics workshop for 166 participants. They sponsored the best Part I candidate, Dr. Inyang Janelle, while the Chapter sponsored the best Part II candidate, Dr. Eniola Peters.

Psychiatry

Held a pre-conference on the role of AI in contemporary psychiatry with 65 attendees, including participants from Sierra Leone.

Notable Appointments and Recognition

Several Fellows were celebrated for their appointments to College-level positions, including Dr. Musa Dankyau as College Secretary General and Dr. Babara Otaigbe as College Treasurer. The BOT also emphasized the need to formally recognize and list "Foundation Fellows" in Chapter documentation to honor their contributions.