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  • Thousands troupe out for Medic West Africa raises the bar of Brighter Future of Healthcare in West Africa

    Thousands troupe out for Medic West Africa raises the bar of Brighter Future of Healthcare in West Africa

    …celebrates a decade of excellence in bringing the West African healthcare community together

    Medic West Africa, the largest gathering of healthcare professionals in the region, recently concluded a successful three-day run on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the Landmark Center in Lagos, Nigeria. Featuring over 3,600 attendees and 161 exhibitors from 32 countries, Medic West Africa drew together regional healthcare professionals, policymakers, and service providers who are committed to knowledge-sharing, networking, and business partnerships to improve West African healthcare infrastructure.

    The event was well-attended by key stakeholders including Dr. Salma Ibrahim Anas, Special Adviser to the President on Health; Prof. Onyebuchi Chukwu, Minister of Health (2010 – 2014); Prof. Akin Abayomi, the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Lagos State, Dr Tomi Coker, the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Ogun State; and Dr Success Prosper-Ohayagha, Honourable Commissioner of Health, Imo State amongst other players in the healthcare industry.  

    Speaking during the Healthcare Leadership Conference themed “Igniting Change: Mobilising Healthcare in West Africa for a Sustainable Future”, Dr Salma Ibrahim Anas, Honourable Special Adviser to the President on Health, spoke on the need for stronger partnerships between the public and private sectors. She said, “I want to sincerely congratulate the Healthcare Federation of Nigeria once more and Medic West Africa for putting together this conference at this time. We look forward to the outcome of the conference detailing the role of the private sector and discussing how we can work together with the government to optimize the performance of our health system. I can guarantee you that we have shifted the needle. We are more committed and we are more eager to see that we change the health outcomes in Nigeria for sustainable development.”

    “We are very pleased with the success of Medic West Africa 2023,” said Tom Coleman, Exhibition Director. “Medic West Africa envisages a future in which healthcare in West Africa is more than a pipe dream; a reality in which excellence is the norm and every person is respected and cared for. As the successful decennium comes to an end, we are committed to the mission and ready to write the next chapter of an extraordinary narrative – a story of excellence, impact, and hope for a healthier and better future for West Africa. We are grateful to all of our sponsors, exhibitors, and attendees for making Medic West Africa 2023 such a success and look forward to welcoming everyone back in April 2024 for an even bigger and better event.”

    Medic West Africa, which was co-located with Medlab West Africa, the ideal medical laboratory event which created unparalleled networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities among the medical laboratory community, is renowned for its position as the best gateway to access the West African healthcare market. The success of Medic West Africa’s 2023 edition was a testament to the growing importance of Medic West Africa as a platform for healthcare professionals from across the region to come together and learn about the latest advances in healthcare equipment and solutions.

    A number of major deals were signed during the event, including partnerships between local and international companies to bring new technologies and products to the region. Dymind Biotechnology Co., a high-tech enterprise specialising in the R&D, manufacture, sales and service of medical devices and reagents in the field of IVD, hosted an exclusive product launch during the event showcasing their latest models covering haematology, POCT, coagulation, and veterinary products.

    With a bustling agenda and strategic activities, the 2023 edition of Medic West Africa was an unmatched ideal industry platform for the collaboration of health stakeholders in achieving improved healthcare for all Nigerians. The event was supported by Crown Healthcare, GE Healthcare, Randox, and Siemens Healthineers as platinum partners; DCL Laboratory Products, Erba Mannheim, QIAGEN, Snibe Diagnostic, and UNI-Medical as gold partners; and SEMED as a silver partner.

  • Ministry of Power endorses Nigeria Energy Exhibition & Conference aimed at fostering partnerships between key industry stakeholders

    Ministry of Power endorses Nigeria Energy Exhibition & Conference aimed at fostering partnerships between key industry stakeholders

    The Federal Ministry of Power has pledged its support for the 2023 edition of Informa Market’s Nigeria Energy Exhibition and Conference, recognizing it as a platform for critical stakeholders to explore issues in the Energy industry. As West Africa’s most established gathering of energy professionals featuring world-renowned innovative power companies, the Nigeria Energy Exhibition and Conference will be held from 19 to 21 September 2023, at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, Nigeria.

    Speaking at a press conference with industry stakeholders, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Honourable Minister of Power, represented by Evangeline Olumoroti Babalola, Director, Investment and Sector Development, Federal Ministry of Power, said, “The Federal Ministry of Power has for several years supported the efforts of Informa Markets to attract more investors into the sector. Informa Markets has been on the frontline of partnering with the Ministry to promote and host investors in the Nigerian Power Sector. This government will continue to foster these kinds of robust partnerships between the public and private sectors, to enhance our nation’s economic and social growth”.

    In an official communication to the organisers, the Ministry of Power also commended Informa Market’s sustained efforts in organising the trademark energy exhibition and conference and pledged its support and partnership. “In view of the recently enacted ‘Electricity Act 2023’ in the country, it is our deep conviction that the conference will provide a veritable platform for critical stakeholders to explore fundamental issues in the Act,” it read.

    Also speaking, Ade Yesufu, Exhibition Director, Nigeria Energy, said “The recently enacted Electricity Act 2023 is a step in the right direction for the country, but it is necessary that stakeholders across the Energy sector connect to discuss the next steps to actualise the goal. The Nigeria Energy Exhibition and Conference provides this opportunity as a platform for local players and international investors to proffer insights and solutions to challenges that may be limiting the industry. As the leading Energy platform event in Nigeria and West Africa, we appreciate the support of the Ministry of Power to unlock new value with reforms, investments, and technology.

    Marking its 10th year anniversary, the Nigeria Energy Exhibition and Conference is themed, “Unlocking new value with reforms, investments and technology”, and will bring together government, private sector, and investors to find solutions to the challenges facing Nigeria and West Africa’s electricity sector. This year’s anniversary edition will present delegates with the unique opportunity to hear, engage, and network with key industry stakeholders within the sector.

    To celebrate its milestone, the Nigeria Energy Exhibition and Conference will feature two impactful conferences – a high-level Leadership Summit and a Technical Seminar. The Nigeria Energy Leadership Summit will gather senior stakeholders involved in the value chain, including government dignitaries, gas-to-power generation companies, independent power producers, generation, distribution, and transmission companies, technology providers, financiers, and agencies facilitating the development of renewable and off-grid solutions, with a mission to find solutions to the most pertinent issues in the sector.

    More than 5,000+ energy stakeholders are expected to attend, with over 200 exhibitors and three international pavilions from China, Germany, and Turkey.

    The conference would discuss key topics including:

    • Power sector decentralization – new legislations and framework in Nigeria
    • Role of Natural gas as a transition fuel in achieving a net-zero economy
    • Funding opportunities – Are investments finally moving in?
    • Leadership panel: What are the steps taken by DisCos to encourage climate-driven investments?
    • Emission trading – New reforms in Africa?
    • Leveraging the power of digital technology to deliver value to customers.

    So far, the Nigeria Energy 2023 show floor is 100% sold out with several key exhibitors confirmed to participate in this year’s edition. These include Skipper as the main event sponsor, Tetracore, Huawei, and Simba as Platinum Sponsor, Jinko Solar, Okaya, JMG, UTEC, and Ofstar as Gold Sponsor, Unisell Interlinked as Silver Conference Sponsor, Felicity, Fronius, Lucy, Jubaili, JA Solar, Gil Siemens, Su-Kam, and Powerpro as Silver Event Sponsors. Click here to view the complete exhibitor list.

    The Nigeria Energy 2023 Conference and Exhibition is set to play host to several interactive sessions allowing stakeholders to network and build long-term partnerships with other stakeholders from the energy value chain. Attendees can also expect to stay updated with the latest reforms and regulations to understand how they will impact the energy market and businesses.