🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. NICHOLAS ADERINTO.

Nicholas Aderinto, M.D. is a physician-scientist and editor whose work in stroke recovery,

neurorehabilitation, and translational neuroscience has earned international recognition. He is currently pursuing a Doctoral Program at the University of Utah, where his research focuses on

novel neuromodulation strategies to improve functional outcomes in stroke survivors. His work

and leadership have made him one of the most visible and influential early-career neuroscientists

from Africa contributing to global neurological health.

Dr. Aderinto has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles in leading journals, including The

Lancet, Nature, Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports, Current Treatment Options in Neurology, European Journal of Medical Research, and Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery. His research has been cited more than 2,000 times, with an H-index of 24. According to

Elsevier’s SciVal analytics, he ranks among the Top 500 Researchers in all subject areas in Africa (2020–2026).

In 2024 and 2025, he was nominated for Wiley’s Research Hero of the Year Award, recognizing

scientists whose work demonstrably impacts public health and global research visibility. Wiley

also produced a documentary highlighting his contributions to neurorehabilitation in

low-resource settings.

Dr. Aderinto serves as Topic Editor for Frontiers in Neurology, co-leading the international

special issue “Redefining Stroke Recovery: Current Trends and Recent Advances” with

collaborators from Harvard, Johns Hopkins, the University of Geneva, and the University of

Texas at Austin. He is also an Academic Editor for PLOS ONE.

He contributes to global collaborative research as a Global Burden of Disease (GBD)

Collaborator with the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), a Research Fellow

with ICORMed Collaborative (Berlin), and Research Lead for the Emerging Researchers

Network (Nigeria).

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🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MS. MORUFAT OLUWATOSIN OLAITAN.

Ms. Morufat Olaitan is a Nigerian microbiologist and researcher known for her work on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and public health.

She currently serves as a University lecturer at the Nile University of Nigeria in Abuja. 

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🟦🟨 AUTHOR PROFILE - ATTORNEY PAULA YOST.

Few professionals bridge the worlds of law and mental health with the depth and passion of Paula Yost. A seasoned attorney and licensed mental health clinician, Paula brings a multidimensional perspective that blends legal precision with

human compassion.

Attorney Paula has built a distinguished career in trademark law. Beyond her core legal work, she is deeply committed to what she calls “legal social work”–advocating for individuals at the intersection of law and mental health.

As a mother of children with medical challenges and a survivor of life-threatening preeclampsia, Paula is on a mission to help families advocate for their children and themselves through storytelling, education, and unapologetic truth.

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🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PHARM. ABUBAKAR ABBA.

Pharmacist Abubakar Abba has a Bachelors degree from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto and a Masters Degree in Clinical Pharmacy from University of Nigeria Nsukka.

He is currently working in the public health space.

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🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MRS OLUMIDE MARTHA.

Mrs Martha Nwanua Olumide is a Nigerian Biomedical Scientist and Global Health Advocate known for her work in clinical diagnostics, quality assurance in LMICs, and writing on health/gender issues, particularly focusing on nutrition and women's health

She is a research and advocacy fellow with women in global health Nigeria. As a HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist and an ASCPi candidate, she brings a unique blend of scientific expertise and a deep commitment to improving health outcomes in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Her interests spans across nutrition, maternal and child health, gender equity, infectious disease epidemiology, climate and health, and the integration of bioinformatics and AI in public health solutions.Martha has contributed to diverse health projects involving HIV, TB, and COVID-19, providing support in project implementation, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

She is experienced in supporting cross-functional teams, fostering strategic partnerships with NGOs, academic institutions, and global health organizations, and translating data into actionable insights for sustainable impact. With a passion for science, collaboration, and equity, Martha aims to drive innovation at the intersection of laboratory science, public health, and climate resilience.

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🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MR. ZAKARI OSHEKU.

Mr. Zakari Isiaka Osheku is a global health expert, researcher, and leader whose work focuses on infectious diseases, health economics, health systems management, and digital health innovation. His professional mission centers on advancing evidence-based policy, strengthening health systems, and improving healthcare delivery in low- and middle-income countries through research, innovation, and capacity development.

He is the Founder and President of the Digital Innovation School of Health (DISH), a platform dedicated to advancing digital transformation and research capacity in global health. Through DISH, he led the Global Health Data and Artificial Intelligence Fellowship (GHD-AI Fellowship), empowering over 40 healthcare professionals with advanced competencies in global health research, data analytics, and the application of artificial intelligence for health systems strengthening.

Mr. Zakari is also the Founder of the Primary Health Care Initiative Africa, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing strong, resilient, and equitable primary health care systems across Africa.

His work integrates infectious diseases, primary health care, health policy analysis, economic evaluation, and digital innovation to support data-driven decision-making and improve population health outcomes. 

A lifelong learner and scholar, Mr. Zakari is currently a PhD scholar in Health Economics, Management and Policy at the Global Health and Infectious Disease Control Institute. He holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Public Health, Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Medical Microbiology, a Master’s degree in Health Economics, a Master of Business Administration (MBA), and an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) in addition to a B.Sc. in Microbiology.

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🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- PHARM. CHIKA AUGUSTA EKWEOZOR.

Pharm. Chika Ekweozor is a Nigerian Pharmacist, researcher and data Analyst. She is interested in public health especially women's health, pharmacoepidemiology and health services research.

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🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. NASIRU WANA.

Dr. Mohammed Nasiru Wana, born and raised up in Gombe, Gombe State. Immediately after his NYSC in Kebbi State I was employed as Graduate Assistant by Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Univeristy, Bauchi. Later on he enrolled for his Masters degree in the same university in Applied Parasitology and graduated 2015.

In 2017 he was at Universiti Putra Malaysia for his doctoral degree in Medical Parasitology. In search for more challenges, better knowledge and skills set, he joined Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare in Bauchi State. Currently, he is the pioneer Head of Microbiology.

To give back to the community he founded a charitable organisation called End Neglected Tropical Diseases Initiative and commenced activities early this year in Bauchi, Gombe, Yobe, Jigawa and Kano State.

Lastly, he is happily married with 5 children.

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🟦🟨 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- MR. CHUKWU ONYEKWERE EMMANUEL.

Mr. Chukwu Onyekwere Emmanuel, a Public Health Promotion & Education Specialist with an impressive track record in Health Education program planning and implementation. He facilitates health and wellness programs in various sectors and organizations. He has lectured at the College of Health Technology, Zawan, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria and has contributed to various research and academic works.

He has a Master of Education and currently enrolled in a Master of Public Health programme. He has other various professional certifications in health and education. He is also an advocate and volunteer for matters relating to health and education.

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🟨🟦 GUEST RESEARCHER PROFILE- DR. KAGGWA HENRY.

Henry Kaggwa is a passionate, licenced, and experienced medical doctor (general practitioner) in Uganda, East Africa.

Dr. Kaggwa is an early career researcher and co-founder of HealTorch Foundation and Medical Centre. He relentlessly strives to increase healthcare access in rural areas with a bias in infectious and non-communicable diseases. He prioritises patient centred care, disease prevention, and health promotion through health education, research, and tech based innovations. 

He is a pragmatic leader, an alumnus of Aspire Leaders Program, and Mellenium Campus Network Fellow. He has been twice a team leader on the Global Admission Committee (GAC) of Millennium Campus Network (MCN) supervising a review of 50000+ university students' applications from Africa, Asia, America and Europe. 

He actively participates in agriculture and environmental conservation, producing organic food. Dr. Kaggwa is affiliated with Busitema University, Uganda Communications Commission, and Mengo Hospital, where he supports the surgery department in research.

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