Member representing Imo North East Federal Constituency, Patrick Ndubueze, has called on medical and dental practitioners to prioritise the well-being and interest of the common man.
Speaking at the first Annual General Meeting and Conference of the Society of Medical and Dental Anatomists of Nigeria, SOMDAN, held in Abuja, Ndubueze noted that professionals in the health sector play a vital role in advancing the interest of the masses.
He assured that the National Assembly would continue to support professional bodies that serve as the voice of the people and address their challenges.
The conference, with the theme: “Current Trends in Medical Anatomy, Learning and Research”, brought together professors and scholars from Nigeria, East and Southern Africa.
During the event, five professors were honoured with foundational fellowship awards, including Professors Oladipo Adenrele Ashiru, Adedayo Ejiwunmi, Frank Apuaka, and Samuel Asala.
An inaugural general meeting was also held at Margaret Lawrence University, Abuja, where the interim executive council was ratified to serve another two-year term.
The next conference is scheduled to take place in Ilorin, Kwara State.
SOMDAN’s President, Professor Patrick Igbigbi, thanked members for their contributions and urged greater participation despite the financial constraints faced by many.
He also commended the local organising committee, led by the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Margaret Lawrence University, Professor S.A Asala,for successfully hosting the event.
