Highly motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist and global health advocate with a strong track record in cancer research, infectious disease, and public health policy. As Founder of HopeCare Initiative, led the creation of a platform dedicated to advancing cancer advocacy, research capacity, and health education among young professionals. Proven leader in coordinating national student health programs and spearheading advocacy campaigns that significantly expand awareness and improve community health outcomes.
National Health Fellow
Langtang North LGA, Plateau State, Nigeria
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Summary
Serving as a National Health Fellow with the Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria, contributing to initiatives aimed at strengthening health systems, improving health policy implementation, and advancing community health outcomes.
Highlights
Represented Langtang North LGA of Plateau State, contributing to national initiatives focused on health system strengthening and policy implementation.
Engaged with policymakers, health institutions, and community stakeholders to support evidence-based health interventions and public health advocacy.
Participated in key policy discussions, leadership development, and capacity-building programs to enhance healthcare delivery and national health priorities.
Supported strategic projects and initiatives that promote innovation, research translation, and sustainable solutions within Nigeria's health sector.
Founder
Plateau State, Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Founded HopeCare Initiative, a health advocacy platform dedicated to advancing cancer awareness, infectious diseases, and global health education among young professionals.
Highlights
Designed and launched the HopeCare Cancer Advocacy and Research Fellowship, training emerging health professionals across multiple countries in cancer research and advocacy.
Initiated the HopeCare Infectious Disease Summit (HIDS), convening researchers, students, and health leaders to address emerging infectious disease challenges.
Organized and delivered webinars and mentorship sessions, reaching hundreds of students and young professionals with knowledge on research, leadership, and public health advocacy.
President
Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led the largest professional student body in the department, coordinating academic, professional, and community health programs for over 1000 students.
Highlights
Established the Directorate of Health, coordinating community-based outreaches and health education initiatives across the university.
Organized a Health Week, 'The Future of Health: Genomics in Focus,' bringing together experts and students to discuss emerging health technologies.
Strengthened student engagement in community health outreach and professional development activities, collaborating with institutions like the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria.
Led community health outreaches targeting over 1000 beneficiaries in Plateau State, significantly increasing health access and education.
Editor-in-Chief
Nigeria, National, Nigeria
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Summary
Provided strategic leadership to a team of 15 individuals from across various universities, overseeing the publication of the ANALYST magazine.
Highlights
Led a diverse team of 15 individuals from multiple universities in the production of the national publication.
Published and successfully launched the 3rd edition of the ANALYST magazine, themed 'BIOMEDICAL FRONTIERS: The Evolution of Diagnostics'.
Medical Laboratory Science Student (Intern)
Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
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Summary
Completed comprehensive clinical rotations and supported diagnostic services across various laboratory disciplines, contributing to patient management.
Highlights
Completed clinical rotations across Hematology, Chemical Pathology, Medical Microbiology, Histopathology, Blood Transfusion, and Parasitology laboratories.
Supported diagnostic services, including specimen processing, laboratory analysis, quality control procedures, and clinical documentation.
Contributed directly to patient management through accurate and timely diagnostic support.
Director of Health
Nigeria, National, Nigeria
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Summary
Established statutory health committees across institutions to coordinate national student-led health initiatives, expanding collaboration among medical laboratory science students and public health advocates.
Highlights
Established statutory health committees across institutions, coordinating national student-led health initiatives.
Introduced the Annual National Health Conference, fostering collaboration among medical laboratory science students and public health advocates.
Social Media Manager (Volunteer)
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Summary
Managed social media campaigns to raise awareness for Medical Laboratory Science.
Highlights
Contributed to impactful social media campaigns and awareness initiatives focused on Medical Laboratory Science.
Volunteer
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Summary
Contributed to campaigns focused on gender justice, reproductive health advocacy, and tobacco control awareness.
Highlights
Actively participated in campaigns promoting gender justice, reproductive health advocacy, and tobacco control awareness.
Plateau State Coordinator
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Summary
Coordinated youth empowerment and health outreach programs across Plateau State, establishing tobacco abstinence clubs in orphanages.
Highlights
Supported and coordinated youth empowerment and health outreach programs across Plateau State.
Established tobacco abstinence clubs in orphanages to promote early prevention education.
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Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS)
Medical Laboratory Science
Grade: Second Class Upper Division
Courses
Biostatistics
Medical Microbiology
Hematology
Chemical Pathology
Histopathology
Research Methods
Clinical Diagnostics
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West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
General Studies
Awarded By
NIMELSSA National Chapter
Awarded for exceptional service to the organization.
Awarded By
Remus Old Students Association
Honored for advocacy in health and life initiatives.
Awarded By
NIMELSSA National Chapter
Recognized for outstanding contributions to health activism.
Awarded By
Remus High School Jos – Sterling Bank PLC
Recognized as the top graduating Head Boy, sponsored by Sterling Bank PLC.
Published by
NIMELSSA National Editorial Board
Summary
Led the publication and launch of the 3rd edition of the ANALYST magazine, focusing on advancements in biomedical diagnostics.
Issued By
EMPOWER Academy, Federal Ministry of Health, Nigeria
Issued By
United Nations Academic Impact & MCN
Issued By
Johns Hopkins University
Issued By
World Health Organization
Issued By
Johns Hopkins University
Issued By
PEPFAR
Issued By
Imperial College London
Public Health Research, Health Advocacy, Community Health Engagement, Epidemiology, Cancer Research, Infectious Disease Research, Health Policy, Community Health Outcomes.
Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics, Sample Collection, Quality Assurance, Medical Microbiology, Hematology, Chemical Pathology, Histopathology, Blood Transfusion, Parasitology, Clinical Diagnostics, Specimen Processing, Laboratory Analysis, Quality Control, Patient Management.
Program Leadership, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Collaboration, Team Leadership, Event Organization, Capacity Building, Policy Engagement, Process Improvement.
Scientific Communication, Monitoring & Evaluation, Biostatistics, Research Methods, Data & Technology Application, Evidence-Based Interventions, Research Translation.
Social Media Management, Public Health Advocacy, Community Outreach, Mentorship, Health Education, Scientific Writing, Stakeholder Engagement.
Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology, University of Jos. Email: damenj@unijos.edu.ng, Contact: 08037035072
Professor of Pathology, Department of Medical Laboratory Science, University of Jos. Email: adisaj@unijos.edu.ng, Contact: 08033708153
Summary
As Principal Investigator, led a study on the effect of viral load on the progression and development of cervical cancer among HIV-positive women in Jos, Nigeria.