Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria (PSHAN) honors healthcare contributions at annual gala and award ceremony

November 09

20:09 2023

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The Private Sector Health Alliance (PSHAN) hosted its prestigious Annual Gala and Award ceremony on November 3, 2023, at Civic Centre in Lagos. Themed “Advancing Healthcare in Nigeria,” the event was a vibrant celebration recognizing outstanding contributions to healthcare by individuals, institutions, and organizations.

The gala, attended by industry leaders, global health experts, government representatives, corporate executives, NGOs, and philanthropists, showcased a diverse array of activities, including captivating art exhibitions, a dazzling fashion show, an engaging silent auction, and soulful musical performances. These activities created an atmosphere of collaboration and unity among attendees.

A significant highlight of the evening was the award presentation, acknowledging exceptional achievements in five main categories and twenty-five sub-categories. This recognition not only honoured the recipients but also highlighted the remarkable advancements and innovations within the healthcare sector in Nigeria.

The event left a lasting impact, fostering collaboration among stakeholders and setting a high standard for future PSHAN events. The Private Sector Health Alliance remains committed to promoting excellence and innovation in healthcare, driving positive change in Nigeria’s healthcare landscape.

PSHAN GALA WINNERS LIST

CATEGORY 1: FEDERAL, STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT (Presented by Dr Titilayo Fowokan, FCTI, ACIS (Group Head, Strategic Tax & Compliance, Dangote Industries Limited).

Healthcare Equity & Access Award

Winner – Lagos State

Healthcare Policy Award

Winner – Federal Ministry of Health

Maternal Equity Advancement Award

Winner – National Primary Healthcare Development Agency

Sustainability in Healthcare Award

Winner – Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria

CATEGORY 2: MEDIA (Presented by Dr Titilayo Fowokan, FCTI, ACIS (Group Head, Strategic Tax & Compliance, Dangote Industries Limited)

Health Journalism Award

Winner – Chibuike Alagboso

Media Health Advocacy Award

Winner – Nigeria Health Watch

Outstanding Health Investigation Award

Winner – BusinessDay NG

Health Influencer of the Year

Winner – Aproko Doctor

CATEGORY 3: INDIVIDUALS (Presented by Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CON, FCIB – Chairman, Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation)

Healthcare Leadership Award

Winner–Dr. Oyebanji Filani

Outstanding Medical Practitioner Award

Winner–Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu

Outstanding Medical Practitioner Hall of Fame Award

Winner– Prof. Francis Durosinmi Etti (OFR)

Change Agent Award

Winner– Prof. Nasir Sambo NHIA

Healthcare Advocate of the Year

Winner – Mrs Toyin Saraki

Award for Outstanding Philanthropy

Winner – Alhaji Aliko Dangote

CATEGORY 4: INTERNATIONAL AGENCIES, LOCAL NGOs, AND HEALTHCARE INSTITUTIONS (Presented byFatima Aliko Dangote, Executive Director, Commercial, NASCON Allied Industries on behalf ofAlhaji Aliko Dangote, GCON – President & Chief Executive, Dangote Group)

Healthcare Partnerships Award

Winner – Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Community Health Award

Winner – Society for Family Health

Award for Disease Control

Winner – Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention

Emergency Response Award

Winner – Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières – MSF)

Capacity Building Award

Winner – World Health Organization

CATEGORY 5: THE ORGANIZED PRIVATE SECTOR (Business and Corporate Organizations) (Presented by Zouera Youssoufou, MD/CEO, Aliko Dangote Foundation)

The Healthcare Innovation Award

Winner – Helium Health

The Healthcare Social Responsibility Award

Winner – MTN Nigeria

Health Partnership of the Year

Winner – Access Corporation

Outstanding Health Initiative

Winner – The Coalition Against COVID-19 (CACOVID)

Health Impact Award

Winner – Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

Digital Health Award

Winner – Health Tracka