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SPEECH BY PHARM. BABALOLA OSABIYA TAIWO, FPSN
Chairman, Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Ondo State branch During a Courtesy Visit to Professor Ebunoluwa Adejuyigbe, Vice Chancellor, University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo

Thursday, 13th November 2025

The Vice Chancellor, Professor Ebunoluwa Adejuyigbe,

Principal Officers of the University,

Distinguished Deans and Directors,

Members of the University Community,

Ladies and Gentlemen.

It is my honour and privilege to lead the delegation of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Ondo State Branch, on this courtesy visit to you, Professor Adejuyigbe, the newly appointed Vice Chancellor of our great University of Medical Sciences, Ondo.

On behalf of the entire body of Pharmacists in Ondo State, I wish to heartily congratulate you on your well-deserved appointment. Your track record of excellence, leadership, and dedication to medical education assures us that the University is in capable and visionary hands.

The PSN has been a proud stakeholder and partner in the growth of this University since its inception. We recall with appreciation the collaborative relationship we enjoyed with your predecessor, Professor Segun Fatusin, and we look forward to an even stronger partnership under your dynamic leadership.

Madam Vice Chancellor, our main point of interest in this University remains the Olu Akinkugbe Faculty of Pharmacy. It is a growing faculty with enormous potential to produce highly skilled Pharmacists who will serve humanity with competence and compassion.

We therefore appeal that your administration continues to give special attention to its development by nurturing it, equipping it with the necessary human and material resources, and supporting the recruitment of qualified academic and non-academic staff.

As a remedy to the current shortage of manpower, may I respectfully suggest that the University consider engaging some of our members who hold Master’s degrees and Fellowships of the West African Postgraduate College of Pharmacy as adjunct lecturers. These professionals possess vast knowledge and practical experience that can enrich the teaching and mentorship of students. We must tap all available professional resources to achieve excellence.

We also plead with you, Madam Vice Chancellor, to see yourself as the mother of all the various professionals within the University community, relating with everyone fairly and justly, and ensuring that every discipline receives its rightful recognition and share in the growth of this great institution.

Permit me to remind you of a proposal earlier initiated by your predecessor, the naming of a space (Lecture Theater or Laboratory) within the Faculty of Pharmacy in honour of the PSN Ondo State. We humbly appeal that this noble request receive your kind and favorable consideration, as it will further cement our partnership with the University.

We also advocate for a closer relationship between the University and the UNIMED Teaching Hospital, particularly in the area of accreditation for internship and hospital practice for students of the Faculty of Pharmacy. Strengthening this linkage will provide excellent clinical exposure and practical experience for our future Pharmacists.

Madam Vice Chancellor, please be assured that the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Ondo State Branch, will continue to stand by the University as a dependable partner. We remain ready to collaborate with your administration and the Faculty of Pharmacy in all endeavors aimed at advancing pharmaceutical education, research, and community health service.

Once again, congratulations, Ma, on your appointment. We pray that your tenure will bring unprecedented growth, peace, and distinction to the University of Medical Sciences, Ondo.

Thank you, and God bless you, MA.

Pharm. Gbenga Lasekan
Former Director of Pharmaceutical Services
Ondo State Ministry of Health

Dear Sir,

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR APPOINTMENT AS EXECUTIVE SECRETARY, DRUGS AND MEDICAL COMMODITIES AGENCY, ONDO STATE

On behalf of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Ondo State, I formally extend our heartfelt congratulations to you on your well-deserved appointment as the Executive Secretary of the Drugs and Medical Commodities Agency, DMA, Ondo State.

Your elevation is a clear recognition of your dedication, diligence, and excellent performance in your former place of assignment as Director of Pharmaceutical Services. Your exemplary leadership, professional competence, and unwavering commitment to strengthening Pharmacy practice and the health system in the state have distinguished you as a Pharmacist of exceptional value.

We are confident that you will bring your wealth of experience and passion for service into this new role. We pray that God will grant you wisdom, strength, and divine guidance as you discharge the responsibilities of your office. The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Ondo State, wishes you a successful tenure of office.

Once again, congratulations.

Best regards,

Pharm. Babalola Osabiya Taiwo FPSN
Chairman

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL SOCIETY OF
                                        NIGERIA, ONDO STATE
         HELD ON THE 2OTH OF MARCH, 2025 AT PHARMACY HOUSE
                                          ALAGBAKA AKURE.
1.0 ATTENDANCE

S/N	NAMES	PLACE OF WORK	PHONE NO
1	Pharm. Babalola Osabiya Taiwo FPSN CHAIRMAN	BOT PHARMACY	08135606755
2	Pharm. Famakinde A.A	Achievers university	08066554252
3	Pharm. Owolabi O.J	Achievers university	08034120318
4	Pharm. Ogunsina O.M	FMC Owo	08033849796
5	Pharm. Olukoju A.A	UnimedTH, Ondo	08034311958
6	Pharm. Fagbemi Emmanuel	Akure North LGA	08103964323
7	Pharm. Oladimeji S.O	FUTA H/Centre	08030727778
8	Pharm. Ehiosimwiogbe B.I	First Gods power	07057209596
9	Pharm. Obi Emmanuel Onyedika	FMC Owo	08102463345
10	Pharm. Akinyeye Olakitan Samuel	UNIMEDTH Ondo	08104064981
11	Pharm. Sulaiman Afeez Olawale	FMC Owo	08038615909
12	Pharm. Adebayo Femi Johnson	FMC Owo	09032136089
13	Pharm. Mubarak Abdulsalam	Ranbaxy Akure	09124737321
14	Pharm. Sajo G.O	OSPHCDA	08033798954
15	Pharm. Oyadeyi J.M	CHTA	08060956703
16	Pharm. Dr. Mrs F.C Oluwatimilehin FPSN	Oba Ara loluwa	08034746813
17	Pharm. Queen Fasanmi	CHT Akure	08035772004
18	Pharm. Alonge Abiola O.	SMOH	07037000333
19	Pharm. (Mrs) Bolade Adeyanju	Akure	08034614657
20	Pharm. Akinyemi Adedayo. O	Matador Akure	08034482512
21	Pharm. Gbola Olayiwola	Achievers University	08037115758
22	Pharm. Adebayo Idowu	Marc-Idowu RX	08033829917
23	Pharm. Saheed Rasheed	GH, Iju/ Itagbolu	08034971638
24	Pharm. Adeolu E.T	SSH Oke aro	0816454958
25	Pharm. Fadipe A.E	TOLFAD Pharmacy	08037145491
26	Pharm. (Dr) Bolarinwa Adesina	K&B Pharmacy	08147069311
27	Pharm. Adeleke Ayobami	Godman pharmacy	08033713056
28	Pharm. Kingsley Anyama	Becka Pharmacy	08031127314
29	Pharm. Charles Nnamdi	SUN-PHIL pharmacy	08033695526
30	Pharm. Onyenaucheya Prince C.	Tikvah Pharmacy	08100640816
31	Pharm. (Mrs) Babalola Opeyemi. F.	Emmayemi Royal RX	07032827223
32	Pharm. Avoaja Collins	D/M Pharmacy	09069378141
33	Pharm. Solomon Odejide	Solife Pharmacy	08133179754
34	Pharm. Esther Olaoluwa	Skymax RX, Ondo	07032548500
35	Pharm. Beatrice Nnoli	Godstime  RX	08066796468
36	Pharm. Oridupa Moses	Femith Pharmacy Owo	08038057276
37	Pharm. Badru O.J	Joyce Hope Well RX	08035136470
38	Pharm. Eluozo Williams C.	Fegtochi Pharmacy	07013500153
39	Pharm. Olarenwaju Kazeem	Millennium College	07032179737
41	Pharm. Ojakovo Favour. C	Samfix Pharmacy	09068304288
42	Pharm. Ugwoke Ogochukwu E.	Anaroh Pharmacy	08067286242
43	Pharm. Shop Tamaraumienmene	Uchecare Pharmacy	07033223694
44	Pharm. Akpoebi Pedro Tanro	Eastern Bull RX	08069594112
45	Pharm.Moses Ibeabuchi	Kanada Pharmacy	08103057450
46	Pharm. O.M Adeboye	FMC Owo	08168734812
46	Pharm.Olorunleke Jumoke V.	Jobath Healthcare Rx	08057281300
47	Pharm. Adekunle Abisola O.	Dechris Pharmacy	08072978302
48	Pharm. Olayiwola Ayodeji M.	Tripod Pharmacy	08168798340
49	Pharm. Omotunmise Nelson I.	GHC	08131140905
50	Pharm. Tayanwa Stephen Olumide	Novare Pharmacy	07063861754
51	Pharm. Kolawole Oluwafemi A.	ODCHC	07038330124
52	Pharm. Chukwuemeka Okwo	Evans Therapeutics	08067907971
53	Pharm. Adeniyi Adebayo	Bamask Pharmacy	08032307690
54	Pharm. Olumuyiwa Adekunle	Kunleroyal Pharmacy	07047097354
55	Pharm. Kingsley Ehiosimwiogbe	PCN Office	08063398293
56	Pharm. Akinbile Olukemi Y.	FUTA H/ Centre	08062741725
57	Pharm. Fasua Eloho loice	FMC Owo	08030776946
58	Pharm. Aiyeku Abiodun FPSN	My Own RX	08036714106
59	Pharm. Olori Akande J.O FPSN	Julie Bolakit RX	08033892024
60	Pharm. Ebi Ofiyesinka	ODCHC	08052307130
61	Pharm. Akindeko Robinson E.	Begets Pharmacy	08037150506
62	Pharm. O.A Ogunjemiyo FPSN	FMC Owo	07038258543
63	Pharm. S.A Adetunji	Solo- Kem Pharmacy	08037564493
64	Pharm. Tolulope Adamolekun		08102810126
65	Pharm. (Dr) Omoba	HMB	08034944222
66	Pharm. Orimoloye Oluwaseun	PSN SECRETARY	07066276616

2.0 PHARMACY ANTHEM:The pharmacy anthem was sung at 1:02 PM to open the meeting.
3.0 OPENING PRAYER:The opening prayer by Pharm Fadipe.

4.0    SITTING ARRANGEMENT: The Chairman invited all former chairmen, fellows and directors of pharmaceutical services in the state to step forward and occupy their designated seats.

5.0   PRESENTATION BY SHELF LIFE:A company, shelf life, presented to the house   stating the benefits of trading with them.

6.0 APOLOGIES:
Pharm (Mrs) B.D Oluwatayo Omotoyinbo FPSN
      Pharm. (Mrs) Loto Damisi
      Pharm. A. Adegoke

7.0   WELCOME REMARKS: The chairman welcomed all to the meeting, appreciating all who came from long distances and said the meeting will be brief. Designated time is 1 hour 30 minutes.

8.0   READING/ ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA:
      The agenda was briefly looked into and the motion for adoption was moved by Pharm. Olabode Ogunjemiyo FPSN and seconded by Pharm Babalola Taiwo FPSN.

9.0  READING AND ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING: The minutes of the last meeting was read and the following corrections was made
 (a) Name omission
      Pharm. Mrs. F.C Oluwatimilehin FPSN
      Pharm. Ogunjemiyo Olabode FPSN
      Pharm. Samuel Adekola FPSN
      Pharm. Ashaolu Kunle FPSN
      Pharm. Adeboye Oladapo
      Pharm. Adetunji Solomon

(b)ATTENDANCE; corrections
     No 60 – The correct name is Pharm. Sajo G. O
     No 53 – Pharm. Olowosusi is the correct iteration
     No 45 – Pharm. Kolawole Oluwafemi is the correct name.

MOTION FOR ADOPTION: The motion for adoption was moved by pharm. Olabode Ogunjemiyo and seconded by pharm. Adebayo Oladapo.

10.0 MATTERS ARISING
10.1 COUNCIL MEETING:The reports of the council meeting was given by the secretary. There were several developments which was communicated to the house.

10.2 INAUGUARATION OF NEW PSN PRESIDENT AND NATIONAL EXECUTIVES AND INVESTITURE OF NEW FELLOWS:

The inauguration was successful with the presence of dignitaries such as chief of staff to the president, The GMD NNPC, DG NAFDAC, Director Food and drugs administration ministry of health, Chairman Pharmacy council of Nigeria. Etc.
The investiture of new fellows was an highlight of the evening and the new fellows from ondo state in person of pharm. Babalola Osabiya Taiwo FPSN, Pharm. Samuel Adekola FPSN and Pharm. Kayode Ogunsulire FPSN were invested with the highest honors of the society along with others from different states.

10.3 PSN BUS PROJECT:The chairman updated the house that several visits were made to companies in lagos and ogun state.
Green life promised (#1,000,000) one million naira donation towards the bus project to be redeemed within a week. The CMD of Fidson plc also promised to get across in two weeks, a dedicated account at Providus bank has been opened for this purpose.
He also promised to get across to Tisco for support. He encouraged members to support the project.

10.4 PAYMENT OF DUES:All pharmacists were encouraged to update their registrations as soon as possible as there is a new introduction of 100% penalty after the march 31^st due date.

11.0 BUSINESS OF THE DAY:
11.1   P.I.C REPORT
– The zonal director of PCN for the southwest in person of Pharm. (mrs) Adenike Ogunlola visited the state recently.

– She highlighted the issue of illegal premises in the state.

– She encouraged those with unregistered premises and full store owners to register appropriately with the council as the registrar has directed all unregistered medicine outlets to be sealed without payment of fine.

–There is currently an inspection being conducted to support NAFDAC by PCN in order to stem the tide of fake drugs in the society. She also said outlets registered and owned by non-pharmacists are strictly wholesale outlet and should be kept so.

11.2 WEBSITE PROJECT:The chairman informed the house that the website is under   development and will be ready soon.

11.3 YOUNG PHARMACIST AFFAIRS: The chairman encouraged young pharmacists coming into the state to ask questions before negotiating contracts with would be employers. Every profession, he said; regulates and adds value to themselves.
He discussed the meeting with APPMA where the national president of that body was asking PSN to stay out of contract negotiations between his members and would be superintendent pharmacists. He said that the state has been alleged to have the highest number of R&G and hence decisive actions will be taken against pharmacists who register and leave. A register will be available at the secretariat to document such occurrences.

11.4 PSN ESTATE COMMITTEE: The estate committee was constituted last year, but they are yet to give reports on the state of the PSN Estate located at ilado. Pharm. Samuel Adekola opined that the committee should be given more time to do the job.
The committee was inaugurated with the mandate of concluding their assignment within two months.
The members of the committee are:
Pharm. Adeniyi Adebayo – Chairman
Pharm. Olori Akande FPSN – Member
Pharm. Adetunji Solomon – Member
Pharm. Akinyemi Adedayo – Member
Pharm. Orimoloye Oluwaseun – Secretary.

The society will give financial support as necessary. Pharm Aiyeku FPSN, Gave a brief report on the activities of the estate, stating that the ‘Nigerian factor’ has delayed the proposed development of the estate via Mortgage bank of Nigeria.

12.0 ZONAL REPORTS
12.1  AKURE ZONE:
The zone currently holds meeting regularly, they are championing the Akure zone multipurpose cooperative society and also hosting the meeting for today as reported by the zonal coordinator Pharm. Adeolu Titus.
12.2 OWO ZONE:
 Meetings are being held regularly and the zone is encouraging members to complete their registration before the deadline of 31^st march, 2025 as reported by the zonal coordinator Pharm (Mrs.) Yemisi Bodede.
12.3 ONDO ZONE:
Meetings are held regularly as reported by the coordinator Pharm. Esther O.
12.4 OKITIPUPA ZONE: No report
12.5 AKOKO ZONE: No report.

 13.0 DISCUSSIONS ON THE AKURE ZONE COOPERATIVE
There were debates on why the cooperative was not central but zonal. Suggestions were made to make the cooperative more centrally coordinated. The zone clarified through the coordinator that the cooperative is for everybody and not restricted to Akure zone members. It was also noted that the cooperative formed during Pharm. Aiyeku Abiodun tenure was still existing and should be resuscitated.
The zonal coordinator Akure zone was appointed as the chairman of PSN, Ondo cooperative society and should report to the executives.
Professor Olayiwola stated that cooperative and business duties of the PSN should not be mixed together. He promised to be around to give insights into the running of the cooperative as this was his niche at ife. He explained that the cooperative should be something more robust and permanent and PSN should warehouse it and make it workable.

14.0 AOB

14.1 VISITATION FROM FACULTY OF PHARMACY ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY OWO.
Professor Olayiwola along with two other colleagues Prof (Mrs) Owolabi and Pharm Famakinde were officially welcomed to the state by the whole house.

He said he along with his colleagues have been given the task of steering the newly accredited faculty of pharmacy Achievers University Owo to enviable heights. He stated the intent of the faculty is to produce medicines via manufacturing on a large scale in the nearest future. He called for support for the faculty from members of PSN Ondo state.

The chairman welcomed them and said a congratulatory letter will be written to both Achievers University and Wesley University on this massive achievement.

14.2 WELCOME ADDRESS TO THE NEW FELLOWS
Pharm. Olabode Ogunjemiyo FPSN welcomed the new fellows of the PSN to the Board of Fellows in Ondo state. He said this brings the numbers of resident fellows from 12 to 15. An official welcome will come up later.

15.0 MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT
The motion for adjournment was moved by Pharm. S.O. Adekola and was seconded by Professor (Mrs) Owolabi

16.0 CLOSING.
The meeting closed at 3:00 PM with the grace said in unison.

ADDRESS BY PHARM. BABALOLA OSABIYA TAIWO, FPSN
Chairman, Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Ondo State.
During a Courtesy Visit to the Commissioner of Police Ondo State on 14th October 2025

The Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Lawal,
Distinguished Officers,

Ladies and Gentlemen,

On behalf of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Ondo State Branch, I bring you warm greetings for what you do to secure Ondo State. We commend your command for the remarkable reduction in crime rates across the state since your assumption of office. Your proactive leadership, professionalism, and community engagement have indeed made Ondo State safer, and we deeply appreciate your efforts. One of the ways of showing our appreciation is to donate some health deliverables and Pharmaceuticals into your clinic. However, our visit is impromptu, so we will come back to make some donations to your clinic shortly.

We are here to reaffirm our readiness to support and collaborate with the Command in strengthening the security architecture of our state. As professionals and responsible citizens, we firmly believe in the philosophy of “See Something, Say Something.” We are located in the neighborhood we are always at an advantage to “see something”

Sir, you will agree with me that we need not underscore the importance of Pharmacists in the society as the custodians of medicines. If you cannot get a medicine in a Pharmacy, where would you get it?
The late President of America, JF Kennedy said:
“The Pharmacists are indispensable, if you don’t have one you have to invent“ .Our scope of practice covers research and development, manufacturing, distribution, wholesaling, and retailing, as well as counselling, point-of-care services, and dispensing to produce a favourable outcome. More expanded responsibilities have been bestowed on us as a result of AI and digital technology.

Our license empowers us to handle controlled substances, narcotics, Prescription-Only Medicines (POM), poisons, and over-the-counter preparations.

In certain necessary circumstances, we are empowered to have in our custody small quantities of unregistered drugs without local substitute with the permission of the controlling government agencies, medicines strictly for emergency medical use, dispensed only on prescription, and never in quantities that could suggest misuse or diversion. A dying patient may need it!

As a Society, we maintain strong partnerships with various government agencies in the fight against drug and substance abuse. Every year, we organise enlightenment programmes in secondary schools across the state to educate students on the dangers of drug misuse. We also extend our campaigns to motor parks and community centres, while our members provide valuable information to your officers whenever the need arises.

However, we wish to bring to your kind attention a matter of concern. In recent times, some of our members have had unpleasant encounters with a few of your Officers, in our major towns like Akure and Owo, who visit their premises, often in the evening hours, to make arrests or carry out searches. In the process, some of these officers have interfered with professional areas such as our poison cupboards. There are procedures in the laws guiding every profession as regards Pharmacy inspection and compliance.  We believe these actions were not deliberate, but rather due to a lack of full understanding of the professional boundaries between the roles of the Police, PCN, NAFDAC, and NDLEA. We therefore appeal for your kind intervention to guide your officers appropriately, so that we can all continue to work together harmoniously in the overall interest of the state. We are confident that with your exemplary leadership, this matter will be amicably resolved.

Finally, in the spirit of partnership, we would also be delighted to carry out periodic medical outreaches in any of your formations or approved communities during some of our annual events as part of our corporate social responsibility and our commitment to a healthier, safer, and drug-free society.

Thank you for granting us this audience and for your warm reception. We value your friendship, your service, and your dedication to the peace and security of Ondo State.

We remain your partners in progress.

Thank you and God bless you.

Pharm. Babalola Osabiya Taiwo FPSN
Chairman