Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) is a professional body for practicing pharmacists in Nigeria and was established in 1927 to instill discipline and maintain professional ethics among members of the organization.[1]
| Abbreviation | PSN |
|---|---|
| Established | 1927 |
| Location | |
President | Cyril Usifoh |
| Website | www.psnnational.org[1] |
The first president of the association was Late Mr T.K.E Phillips, who was inaugurated as the president in the year 1947. In 1956, the association was formally incorporated under its Articles of Association and was recognized as a professional society in Nigeria by the Federal government.[2]
Aims and Objectives
edit- To promote and maintain a high standard of Pharmaceutical Education in Nigeria
- To maintain a high standard of Professional ethics and discipline among its members
- To promote legislation for the enhancement of the image and the interest of the Pharmacy Profession and the Practitioners in Nigeria
- To advice on Labour conditions relating to Pharmacists
- To collate and disseminate statistical, scientific and other information relating to Pharmacy and publish such in an Official Journal
Notable Members
editSome past executives of the society include Olumide Akintayo,[3] Adelusi Adeluyi, Lady Eme Ufot Ekaette, Ahmed Yakasai, Sam Ohuabunwa and the Current President Prof. Cyril Usifoh FPSN etc.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Yakasai inaugurates Safe Medicines Foundation, unveils advocacy book". 4 February 2019.
- ^ "Aim and Objectives". Aims and objectives.
- ^ "Akintayo Emerges 20th PSN President". The Vanguard. 13 November 2012. Retrieved 6 September 2022.
- ^ "PSN Landmarks". Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria. Retrieved 6 September 2022.
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