Abuja: Dr Donald Ofili, Acting Registrar of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), has reiterated the council’s commitment to collaborate with the West African Postgraduate College of Medical Laboratory Science (WAPCMLS).
Mrs Fidelia Ibeh, Head of the Council’s Corporate Affairs Unit, issued this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
Ofili said the collaboration aimed to elevate diagnostic standards across the region and support the mission of the West African Health Organisation (WAHO).
He delivered the message while addressing the 5th Regional Conference of the College, themed “Advancing Diagnosis and Medical Laboratory Service Using Cutting-Edge Innovations and AI: African Agenda,” held in Lagos.
Ofili emphasised that such partnerships were essential for uniting the region in the pursuit of improved medical laboratory science and healthcare delivery through innovation.
He urged WAPCMLS fellows to uphold professionalism and remain distinguished by their expertise and commitment to excellence, traits that defined the College’s fellowship.
“The renewed pledge between MLSCN and WAPCMLS signals a strategic move to harness cutting-edge innovations and AI, thereby raising healthcare standards across West Africa,” Ofili said.
He also traced the roots of the partnership, noting that MLSCN played a foundational role in establishing the College over a decade ago.
“From inception, MLSCN was instrumental in the founding of WAPCMLS and took part in its official establishment,” he added.
Ofili expressed satisfaction with the College’s growth, describing WAPCMLS as a beacon of excellence that cultivates specialised knowledge and produces highly skilled professionals.
He reaffirmed MLSCN’s commitment to supporting the College’s mandate and ensuring its Fellows received proper recognition within the public service.
Ofili also encouraged Fellows to share their skills and professional insights across the subregion actively.