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A Legacy of Clinical Pharmacy Excellence
About CPAN

The Clinical Pharmacists Association of Nigeria (CPAN) is a fully incorporated entity under the Corporate Affairs Commission of Nigeria. CPAN was established to advance clinical pharmacy practice and foster excellence, leadership, and innovation within the profession.

Symbolism of the CPAN Logo

The CPAN logo prominently features:
  • The Bowl of Hygieia: An internationally recognized symbol of pharmacy.
  • The Characters CRxN: Representing:
    • C: Clinical
    • Rx: Pharmacists
    • N: Nigeria
    With its roots firmly planted in professionalism, CPAN embodies the aspirations and expertise of Nigerian clinical pharmacists.

Mission and Vision

Driving Clinical Pharmacy Forward

CPAN was formed to respond to the growing need for advanced clinical pharmacy practices in Nigeria. The association seeks to:

  • Support and encourage excellence, innovation, and leadership in clinical pharmacy.
  • Represent the interests of clinical pharmacists while promoting public health.
  • Enhance the pharmacy profession and inspire collaboration across healthcare sectors.

A Community of Excellence

CPAN fosters a vibrant community that promotes:

  • Networking and Collaboration: Members connect with like-minded professionals.
  • Best Practices and Innovation: Sharing knowledge to inspire progress.
  • Professional Growth: Providing opportunities to explore, learn, and flourish.
Foundations of Professionalism
CPAN’s History and Contributions

CPAN has grown to represent clinical pharmacists in 29 Nigerian states, with a focus on empowering its members through education, practice, and advocacy. Only financially registered members may use the suffix MCPAN to signify their affiliation.

Recruitment Process

  • Weekly online clinical case presentations and lectures across CPAN's six national WhatsApp platforms, enriching members' knowledge.
  • Development of clinical pharmacy curricula and advanced professional recognition programs.

Advocacy and Expertise:

CPAN members contribute to health policy discussions, guidelines development, and consultations. They are sought after as experts by the government, professional bodies, and the media.

Organizational Framework
Structure and Leadership

CPAN operates through state coordinating committees across Nigeria and maintains a unified national presence. It is supported by various committees, including:

  • Education Committee
  • Publicity Committee
  • Think Tank
  • Standards Committee

Governance

The CPAN Board of Trustees, led by a distinguished professor of clinical pharmacy, oversees the association’s strategic direction.

Affiliations with International Bodies
Global and National Collaborations

CPAN draws inspiration from similar associations worldwide, such as:

  • UK Clinical Pharmacy Association
  • American College of Clinical Pharmacy
  • South Africa Society of Clinical Pharmacists

National Contributions

CPAN collaborates on pioneering initiatives, including curriculum development, policy formulation, and advancing clinical pharmacy education and practice in Nigeria.

Pioneering the Next Frontier
Future Aspirations

CPAN envisions transforming into a College of Clinical Pharmacy to accommodate the growing number of PharmD holders and clinical pharmacy practitioners. This evolution aligns with the association’s mission to enhance professional recognition and leadership within Nigeria’s healthcare system.

OUR EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Meet Our Executive Members

Dedicated professionals leading the advancement of clinical pharmacy practice in Nigeria

Dr. Maureen Nwafor

Dr. Maureen Nwafor

National Chairman

Consultant Critical Care Pharmacist in charge of General Intensive Care Unit, Cardiothoracic ICU Pharmacy, Cath Lab and Anticoagulation Therapy Management at National Cardiothoracic Center...

Dr. AbdulMuinu Isah

Dr. AbdulMuinu Isah

National Secretary

PharmD, PhD, FPCPharm (Infect. Dis.) - National Secretary of the Clinical Pharmacists Association of Nigeria.

Dr. Solomon Kelechi Nwafuru

Dr. Solomon Kelechi Nwafuru

National Vice Chairman

Clinical Consultant Pharmacist (Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology and Urology). Specialist Pharmacologist and Toxicologist Specializing in Immunology Natural Products and Inflammat...

Dr. Okeroghene Aghogho Timipre

Dr. Okeroghene Aghogho Timipre

National Publicity Secretary

B Pharm, Pharm D, FPCPharm (Crit Care & Spec Nut Supp), MSc Clin Pharm, PhD Clin Pharm (In View), MAW, SCPAN - National Publicity Secretary CPAN.

Pharm Quanta Roland Evukowhiroro

Pharm. Quanta Roland Evukowhiroro

Administrative Secretary

FPCPharm, MAW, DSA - Administrative Secretary of the Clinical Pharmacists Association of Nigeria.

Pharm. Motayo, Oluwatoyin Omowunmi

Pharm. Motayo, Oluwatoyin Omowunmi

National Assistant Secretary

Fpcpharm, MAW, DSA - Deputy Director at the Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Ogun State. With over four decades of life experience and a career grounded in professionalism...

Dr Obiajuru Wayemeru

Dr. Obiajuru Wayemeru

National Finance Officer 1

PharmD, SCPAN - CSO, Li'lprit Pharmacy. National Finance Officer 1 of the Clinical Pharmacists Association of Nigeria.

Dr Rita Ukeredi

Dr. Rita Ukeredi

Finance Officer II

Pharm. D FPCPharm - WAPCP Certified Oncology Pharmacist. Assistant Director, Federal Teaching Hospital Owerri. Desk Officer 1, Clinical Oncology Pharmacists of Nigeria (COPN).

Dr. Moteehat Olubukola Olu-Lawal

Dr. Moteehat Olubukola Olu-Lawal

Pioneer National Secretary

A consultant public health and clinical pharmacist with a B.Pharm degree from Olabisi Onabanjo University, a Master's in Public Health from Obafemi Awolowo University, and a Doctor of...

Dr. Nuruddeen Usman

Dr. Nuruddeen Usman

Project Manager

B. Pharm, Mpharm, PhD - Project Manager of the Clinical Pharmacists Association of Nigeria.

Pharm.Dr. Ibrahim Kolawole Bello

Pharm.Dr. Ibrahim Kolawole Bello

Unofficial Member

PharmD, MSc (Clinical Pharmacy), FPCPharm, SCPAN - Director of Pharmacy (Retired) with over 30 years of experience in hospital and clinical pharmacy practice. He served at the Univer...

Dr. Andrew Momo

Dr. Andrew Momo

Unofficial Member

B.Pharm., Pharm.D.,M.Sc.(Pharmacology), MPH, FPCPharm.(Oncology), MAW, DSA, MCPAN - Unofficial Member of the Clinical Pharmacists Association of Nigeria.

Dr Joseph Madu

Dr. Joseph Madu

Immediate Past National Chairman

PharnD, FPCPharm, FPSN, SCPAN - Immediate Past National Chairman of the Clinical Pharmacists Association of Nigeria.