
About the Nigeria Policy Series
Our Medicines series started with a deep dive into the role of medicines and pharmacy within the UK heath system; we are now expanding this research to an international level, starting with Nigeria and beyond. The Nigeria Medicines Policy series builds on lessons from health system challenges and is informed by the evolving priorities of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) to explore strategies that strengthen Nigeria’s health system and drive equitable access to quality-assured medicines. The series convenes a diverse mix of senior policymakers, technical experts, development partners, and private sector leaders to critically examine persistent issues in governance, financing, integration and last-mile delivery, while co-creating practical, evidence-driven policy solutions for supply chain resilience and reform.
About this roundtable:
As the Nigerian health supply chain faces persistent systemic challenges including fragmentation, policy knowledge gap, erratic policy implementation, weak governance, under-resourcing, and limited last-mile delivery, this first roundtable will dissect key policy issues and generate actionable recommendations that enhance equitable access, efficiency, integration and resilience within the Nigeria’s pharmaceutical supply chain for better access and health outcomes. Through dynamic discussion, stakeholders will examine opportunities and practical challenges facing the system and propose collaborative strategies that will drive sustainable reforms in medicine governance, access, and delivery.
Featured Chair:
Azuka Okeke
CEO, Africa Resource Centre for Excellence in Supply Chain Management (ARC-ESM)
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Azuka leads strategic efforts to strengthen pharmaceutical systems and improve access to essential medicines across Africa. A trained pharmacist and public health expert, Azuka has worked with governments, global institutions, and frontline actors to reform health supply chains through data-driven innovation, policy advocacy, and inclusive leadership. She is a passionate champion for pharmacist-led systems reform and is recognised for her ability to bridge global partnerships with local action.
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Speakers
Upcoming Roundtable Event
Date: Wednesday, 13th August 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM GMT+1
This roundtable will explore practical challenges and solutions to improve Nigeria’s pharmaceutical supply chain, with participation from key health leaders and policy experts.