Founding & History:
The Nigeria Academy of Pharmacy (NAPharm) was formally inaugurated in 2014 to serve as the nation’s premier think tank for pharmaceutical leadership, education, and innovation. Its inaugural meeting was held in March 2014 in Lagos, culminating in a grand formal launch on June 26, 2014, chaired by former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon.
During this historic launch, the Academy inducted 47 foundation Fellows—among them iconic figures such as the late Prof. Dora Akunyili—whose achievements and vision helped shape the Academy’s strategic direction and national relevance.
Under the founding leadership of Prince Julius Adelusi-Adeluyi, OFR, mni, FNAPharm, the Academy has grown in size, scope, and impact. As of 2024, over 130 distinguished Fellows have been inducted, with nine new Fellows honored during the Academy’s 10th-anniversary investiture held in September 2024.
NAPharm continues to build on this legacy—uniting leaders across academia, practice, policy, and industry to reposition pharmacy as a vital force in Nigeria’s healthcare transformation.
Vision/Mission
NAPharm’s mission is to harness the expertise of distinguished pharmacists to advance healthcare and human welfare. The Academy exists to mentor young pharmacists into outstanding scientists and leaders, and to provide expert opinion and thoughtful guidance in pharmacy education, research, and practice.
NAPharm also provides a strategic platform to influence national and state healthcare policies—ensuring the pharmacy profession fulfills its critical role in delivering accessible, safe, and effective care.
Its key focus areas include:
- Advancing pharmacy education through curriculum innovation (e.g., Pharm.D advocacy)
- Promoting pharmaceutical research and local manufacturing
- Upholding the highest ethical standards in practice
- Fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across healthcare sectors
- Developing a new generation of confident, competent pharmacy professionals
Values & Ethics:
The Nigeria Academy of Pharmacy is guided by a firm commitment to excellence, integrity, and service in all aspects of pharmaceutical education, practice, and leadership.
The Academy upholds the highest ethical standards, actively supporting efforts to eliminate fake and substandard medicines while strengthening regulatory accountability across the pharmaceutical value chain.
NAPharm also champions collaboration and inter-professional harmony—believing that every patient deserves coordinated, compassionate, and effective healthcare. It promotes teamwork among all health professionals to achieve this vision.
Equally, innovation is a core value. Through initiatives like the Olu Akinkugbe Research and Innovation Centre, the Academy invests in cutting-edge research and homegrown pharmaceutical solutions that address Nigeria’s unique healthcare challenges.
Founding Members & Leadership
The Nigeria Academy of Pharmacy was founded by a distinguished group of pharmacists from across Nigeria’s regions and practice sectors—united by a shared commitment to reposition pharmacy as a cornerstone of national health.
Among the 47 Foundation Fellows were several iconic figures, including the late Prof. Dora Akunyili, renowned former Director-General of NAFDAC, and many other respected pioneers whose contributions laid the groundwork for the Academy’s mission.
Over the years, NAPharm has continued to benefit from the vision and service of highly esteemed leaders. Notable among them are:
Prince Julius Adelusi-Adeluyi, OFR, mni, FNAPharm – Founding President
Prof. Fola Tayo, MFR, FNAPharm – General Secretary (2016)
Pharm. (Sir) Ifeanyi Atueyi, FNAPharm – Vice President (2024)
Together, these leaders and their successors have shaped NAPharm’s strategic direction—guiding its advocacy, mentorship, education reform, and national engagement.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Those entrusted with steering the Academy’s mission and national impact.
Prof. Lere Baale
President
Pharm. (Sir) Ifeanyi Atueyi, FNAPharm
Vice President
Pharm. Anthony Oyawole, FNAPharm
Treasurer
Pharm. (Prof.) Olukemi A. Odukoya, FNAPharm
Director of Administration
Pharm. (Prof.) Lere Baale, FNAPharm
General Secretary
Pharm. (Sir) Anthony Akhimien, FNAPharm
Assistant Secretary General
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