*Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency, appreciates the Nigerian pharmacists for the crucial role they have played in strengthening the healthcare system through invaluable efforts at ensuring access to quality healthcare for consumers

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In line with the government’s bid to improve prompt healthcare service delivery to Nigerians, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has expressed commitment to partner with the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) to establish a Drug Information Centre to address the critical need for reliable and credible information.

绿帽献妻 reports the Information Technology (IT) regulatory agency noted the objective of the effort is to produce a resilient and efficient healthcare system towards engendering an improved and prompt healthcare service delivery to Nigerians.

Malam Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE,

Director-General of NITDA, disclosed this development while giving an opening remark as the Chairman at the World Pharmacists Day 2023.

The Abuja Branch of the PSN organised the forum at the International Conference Centre, in Abuja, FCT.

The Director-General appreciated the pharmacists in the country for the crucial role they have played in strengthening the healthcare system in the West African country through their invaluable efforts at ensuring access to quality healthcare.

Inuwa, represented at the event by Dr. Usman Gambo Abdullahi, Director of Information Technology Infrastructure Solutions Department at NITDA,聽 stated that the sacrifices made by pharmacists are not unnoticed.

He also stated: “World Pharmacists’ Day holds significant importance in recognising the invaluable contributions of pharmacists to our healthcare systems and this day offers us an opportunity to celebrate their dedication and the impact they make on our lives.”

Objectives of Drug Information Centre, by Inuwa

Noting that the launch of the Drug Information Centre by the PSN Abuja is a shared vision with the agency, Inuwa further disclosed that the integration of emerging technologies at the Centre would provide a valuable database for healthcare professionals, regulatory agencies and healthcare consumers.

The Director-General said: “It represents an intelligent solution that addresses the critical need for reliable information in our healthcare systems.”

He as well opined that the vision of the PSN in establishing a Drug Information Centre in the country is a step in the right direction.

According to him, the initiative aligns with the aspirations of the government鈥檚 National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS) 2020-2030 on a transformational journey towards a digital Nigeria.

Inuwa also explained that the adoption of emerging technologies into the pharmaceutical sector would aid in new drug discoveries, optimising healthcare workflows and enhance the transparency and security of pharmaceutical supply chains.

He equally averred: “By harnessing the power of these technologies, we can pave the way for a more efficient, secure, and innovative pharmaceutical landscape.”

He also expressed his confidence that the initiative would contribute to the overall well-being of the Nigerians.

The NITDA Director-General gave assurances of the regulatory agency鈥檚 collaboration in ensuring improved patient care through telemedicine, better medication management and remote drug monitoring.

Inuwa stated: “The adoption of cutting-edge technologies will not only elevate the quality of healthcare but also strengthen the resilience of the pharmaceutical sector in the face of evolving challenges. “Together, let us take these opportunities and work towards a healthier and more prosperous Nigeria,” stated he.

Earlier in his welcome address, Pharm. Ifeanyi Ikebudu, Chairman of the PSN Abuja, expressed his optimism that the collaboration between the PSN and NITDA is the right step towards the actualisation of the Drug Information Centre.

Ikebudu noted that the Drug Information Centre will serve to provide accurate and comprehensive data to healthcare professionals and consumers when fully operational.

The Chairman of PSN Abuja added: “This innovative stride in promoting ICT deployment in healthcare delivery will place Nigeria among the first to adopt and implement such robust and novel system that will ultimately assist the government in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in providing basic access to healthcare for all.”

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