ABEOKUTA– The Institute of Medical Store Administrators of Nigeria (IMSAN) has held its first induction of professional members, while also inaugurating its National Executive members.
The official induction was held weekend in Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital.
In his opening speech, the Registrar and CEO of IMSAN, Hon. Akinwunmi Olatunji Samuel, urged the inducted members to contribute significantly to the growth and development of the profession.
He noted that the institute plays a pivotal role in promoting excellence in the management of medical stores, ensuring that healthcare facilities receive high-quality products and services.
“We have created a professional body that will contribute to the activities of medical store administrators in Nigeria.
“I am confident that our inducted members will contribute significantly to the growth and development of our profession.
The Registrar however advised the members to prioritise professionalism, uphold standards of ethics and conduct in medical store administration.
Meanwhile, in his lecture, the Director of Administration, Federal Medical Center (FMC), Abeokuta, Dr. Exodus Kehinde Apanisile describe medical store administrators as unsung heroes behind the scene, who play major roles in managing the flow of medical supplies.
He added that, “empowering medical store administrators is crucial for a healthier profession. By providing training, fostering collaboration, leveraging technology and recognizing excellence, we can unlock their full potential and drive positive change in healthcare”.
The newly inaugurated national executive members are: Omolaran Adenike Mercy, National President, Ahmed Abubakar Sadiq, National Secretary, and Awosola Amos Olusoga, as the National Financial Secretary-Treasurer
The Lagos state Executive members are: Ademola Adelu, Chairman, Oyatoye Lateef Jide, General Secretary, and Awosola Amos Olusoga, Financial Secretary-Treasurer.
