Experts To Curb Brain Drain In Nigeria

Members of the mentorship programme include founder, Nordica Foundation, Dr. Abayomi Ajayi; acting vice chancellor, University of Lagos, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola; professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, Prof Bomi Ogedengbe; director general & chairman, Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Abuja, Prof Adedeji Adekunle; managing director, Risk Analyst Insurance Brokers Ltd., Lagos, Mrs.

The founder, Nordica Foundation, Dr. Abayomi Ajayi, at the on boarding session of the Physician Mentoring Programme Cohort 2, said, between 2015 and 2021, about 4,528 Nigerian-trained doctors have migrated to the United Kingdom and a WHO report also revealed that Nigeria has a Doctor-Patient ratio of four doctors per 10,000 patients.

Like the first edition of the Physician Mentoring Programme, Ajayi said the second edition which commences January, 2022, seeks to avert brain drain in the health sector and to improve doctor’s attitudes towards their colleagues and clients.“The Mentoring Programme will contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goal 3c by promoting the development, training and retention of health workers in Nigeria.

Ajayi reiterated that the mentoring programme is not meant to stop young doctors not to travel abroad, but it is meant to open their eyes to see opportunities in Nigeria. “We want young professionals to understand that there is a future here in this country. Despite our own challenges, Nigeria, with a population of over 200 million, has many comparative advantages.

Speaking on the menace of brain drain in Nigeria, the acting vice chancellor, University of Lagos, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, said young professionals can change the narrative, adding that “Nigeria is a great country and there are lots of opportunities for young professionals. As mentors, we are here to work with you and bring out the best in you,” she added.

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