The Private Sector Health Alliance (PSHAN) hosted its prestigious Annual Gala and Award ceremony on November 3, 2023, at Civic Centre in Lagos. Themed “Advancing Healthcare in Nigeria,” the event was a vibrant celebration recognizing outstanding contributions to healthcare by individuals, institutions, and organizations.
The gala, attended by industry leaders, global health experts, government representatives, corporate executives, NGOs, and philanthropists, showcased a diverse array of activities, including captivating art exhibitions, a dazzling fashion show, an engaging silent auction, and soulful musical performances. These activities created an atmosphere of collaboration and unity among attendees.
A significant highlight of the evening was the award presentation, acknowledging exceptional achievements in five main categories and twenty-five sub-categories. This recognition not only honoured the recipients but also highlighted the remarkable advancements and innovations within the healthcare sector in Nigeria.
The event left a lasting impact, fostering collaboration among stakeholders and setting a high standard for future PSHAN events. The Private Sector Health Alliance remains committed to promoting excellence and innovation in healthcare, driving positive change in Nigeria’s healthcare landscape.
PSHAN GALA WINNERS LIST
CATEGORY 1: FEDERAL, STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT (Presented by Dr Titilayo Fowokan, FCTI, ACIS (Group Head, Strategic Tax & Compliance, Dangote Industries Limited).
Healthcare Equity & Access Award
Winner – Lagos State
Healthcare Policy Award
Winner – Federal Ministry of Health
Maternal Equity Advancement Award
Winner – National Primary Healthcare Development Agency
Sustainability in Healthcare Award
Winner – Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria
CATEGORY 2: MEDIA (Presented by Dr Titilayo Fowokan, FCTI, ACIS (Group Head, Strategic Tax & Compliance, Dangote Industries Limited)
Health Journalism Award
Winner – Chibuike Alagboso
Media Health Advocacy Award
Winner – Nigeria Health Watch
Outstanding Health Investigation Award
Winner – BusinessDay NG
Health Influencer of the Year
Winner – Aproko Doctor
CATEGORY 3: INDIVIDUALS (Presented by Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CON, FCIB – Chairman, Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation)
Healthcare Leadership Award
Winner–Dr. Oyebanji Filani
Outstanding Medical Practitioner Award
Winner–Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu
Outstanding Medical Practitioner Hall of Fame Award
Winner– Prof. Francis Durosinmi Etti (OFR)
Change Agent Award
Winner– Prof. Nasir Sambo NHIA
Healthcare Advocate of the Year
Winner – Mrs Toyin Saraki
Award for Outstanding Philanthropy
Winner – Alhaji Aliko Dangote
CATEGORY 4: INTERNATIONAL AGENCIES, LOCAL NGOs, AND HEALTHCARE INSTITUTIONS (Presented byFatima Aliko Dangote, Executive Director, Commercial, NASCON Allied Industries on behalf ofAlhaji Aliko Dangote, GCON – President & Chief Executive, Dangote Group)
Healthcare Partnerships Award
Winner – Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance
Community Health Award
Winner – Society for Family Health
Award for Disease Control
Winner – Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Emergency Response Award
Winner – Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières – MSF)
Capacity Building Award
Winner – World Health Organization
CATEGORY 5: THE ORGANIZED PRIVATE SECTOR (Business and Corporate Organizations) (Presented by Zouera Youssoufou, MD/CEO, Aliko Dangote Foundation)
The Healthcare Innovation Award
Winner – Helium Health
The Healthcare Social Responsibility Award
Winner – MTN Nigeria
Health Partnership of the Year
Winner – Access Corporation
Outstanding Health Initiative
Winner – The Coalition Against COVID-19 (CACOVID)
Health Impact Award
Winner – Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Digital Health Award
Winner – Health Tracka
For media inquiries, please contact:
The Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria
6th Floor, Zenon House, 2 Ajose Adeogun St, Victoria Island, Lagos.
(01) 454 4024
www.pshan.org
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