The Association of Medical Officers of Health in Nigeria (AMOHN), Lagos Chapter, held its Annual Retreat with the theme “Quality Services: Better Care in the PHC” from 14th–16th December 2025 at the Orchid Hotel, Lekki.
The Association of Medical Officers of Health in Nigeria (AMOHN) is known for their dedication towards improving the health of the people through primary health care, supporting the government, primary healthcare board and the people of Lagos State in providing efficient and effective health care delivery systems. They achieve this by promoting the advancement of primary health care, public health, and enhancing the welfare and interaction among medical officers across the country.
During this strategic 3-day retreat, various key stakeholders came together to have robust and technical discussions surrounding policies aimed at strengthening Primary Health Care delivery. Some of the key topics of discussion included: “Financial Opportunities in the Modern Medical Ecosystem” by Dr. Gbenga Ladejobi, MD/CEO, Plural Health; “Adapting to the Future: The Evolving Responsibilities of Medical Officers of Health in Primary Healthcare” by Dr. Eniola Erinosho, retired DMC/DS, Lagos State Primary Health Care Board (LSPHCB); “Enhancing Healthcare Delivery: Quality Improvement Strategies for Medical Officers of Health” by the Project Aisha Team; “Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF): Leveraging Funding Opportunities to Strengthen Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs)” by Dr. Temitope Balogun-Alo, Director, Health Planning, Research and Statistics (DHPRS), LSPHCB and “Digital Transformation in Primary Health Care” by Dr. Owolabi.
Other key stakeholders present at the retreat were Dr. Toni Adeyemi, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Health – representing Prof. Akin Abayomi, Honourable Commissioner of Health and the Special Adviser on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi. Other distinguished attendees included Dr. Abimbola Bowale, Permanent Secretary, Lagos Health District IV; Dr. Temitope Balogun-Alo, Director, Health Planning, Research and Statistics, LSPHCB; Dr. Veronica Iwayemi, Acting Director, Medical Services and Disease Control, LSPHCB; and Dr. Oluwole Olusanya, Chairman, Medical Guild, Lagos.
Also in attendance were emeritus Medical Officers of Health—Dr. Eniola Erinosho, Dr. Sanni Fausat, Dr. Taiwo Giwa, and Dr. Nurain Ayeola—who shared valuable insights on the evolving roles of Medical Officers of Health and offered mentorship and guidance to newly appointed officers.
A key highlight of the retreat was the induction of newly appointed Medical Officers of Health in the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board, as well as the inauguration of the newly elected executive members of AMOHN, Lagos Chapter:
Chairman: Dr. Adeleke Awolesi
Vice Chairman: Dr. Yetunde Ibrahim
Secretary: Dr. Oladebo Dapo-Ojo
Assistant Secretary: Dr. Oluwadare Sodeke
Treasurer: Dr. Oluwabunmi Ayegbusi
Financial Secretary: Dr. Habeeba Abdulkadir
Welfare Officer: Dr. Olufemi Oyekan
Public Relations Officer: Dr. Olugbogi Japhet
Assistant PRO: Dr. Abimbola Folami-Ojulari
Auditor: Dr. Shallom Oni
Ex-Officio I: Dr. Babatunde Osoba
Ex-Officio II: Dr. Osinachi Ubani
On day 3, the retreat was brought to a colourful close with a Cultural-Themed Gala Night, celebrating unity, heritage, and professional camaraderie among Medical Officers of Health in Lagos State.
Editor’s note:
This report was written by Dr. Japhet Olugbogi, Public Relation Officer, AMOHN, Lagos Chapter
