Dabiri-Erewa congratulates Dr. Shinkafi-Bagudu on appointment as new President of UICC
Abuja
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has congratulated Dr Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu on her appointment as President of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).
In her message, Dabiri-Erewa described the achievement as a proud moment for Nigeria, and Africa by extension.
She noted that Dr Shinkafi-Bagudu’s new position reflects the excellence, dedication and resilience for which Nigerians are famously known globally.
She equally acknowledged that the new UICC Head, before now, has devoted her life to improving access to cancer care, strengthening health systems and giving hope to families who need it most.
The NiDCOM Boss added that Dr Shinkafi-Bagudu’s role would strengthen the visibility of Nigerian voices in global health conversations and open new opportunities for collaboration between Nigeria, the diaspora and international partners on cancer prevention, early detection and treatment.
She wished her continued wisdom, strength and success as she leads this new office, while reiterating that the Commission will be ever ready to support her mission.
