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“Balancing Intellectual and Business Aspects Key for NAPPSA, Says Dr. Echeazu Ogu”
- October 14, 2023
- Posted by: Admin
- Category: business Education National Health Daily News update
Dr. Echeazu Ogu, a founding member of the Nigerian Association of Pharmacists and Pharmaceutical Scientists in the Americas (NAPPSA), emphasised the need for the association to strike a balance between its intellectual and business pursuits. He shared his thoughts during the 17th Annual Scientific Conference and Exposition held in Columbus, Ohio, USA.
Dr. Ogu, who currently serves as an Independent Consultant and is the President of BonScience, Incorporated, pointed out that NAPPSA’s governance structure has not been sufficiently addressed. He believes that the association should address the challenge of maintaining a balance between the intellectual and academic aspects of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences and the business aspects to make holistic progress.
He raised concerns about the association’s emphasis on business matters potentially overshadowing the academic and intellectual side of pharmacy. Striking this balance, in his opinion, is crucial for the organisation’s growth and development.
Additionally, Dr. Ogu suggested that NAPPSA’s recently conceptualised 10-year Strategic Plan should undergo regular re-evaluation. He stressed that the dynamic nature of time and events may necessitate adjustments to the original goals and objectives set out in the plan. To ensure that the association remains on course, he recommended an annual review mechanism for the 10-year strategic plan.
Dr. Ogu commended the outgoing NAPPSA President, Dr. Teresa Pounds, for her exceptional leadership and efforts in uniting NAPPSA. He particularly praised her for making significant strides in advancing the organisation.
He expressed confidence that the incoming NAPPSA President, Pharm. Emmanuel E-doggy Ezirim, would continue the mission of fostering balance between the association’s intellectual and business aspects. Dr. Ogu urged the incoming leadership to position NAPPSA as a credible scientific organisation that leverages both intellectual and business expertise.