Kaduna State University (KASU) recently held the 10th Annual Lecture Series in memory of the late Pharmacist Dahiru Suleiman Wali. The event took place on Tuesday, 23 July 2024, at the university’s 1000-seater auditorium.
The lecture themed, “The use of herbal medicine in pharmacy practice,” was delivered by Prof. Hajara Ibrahim from the Department of Pharmacognosy and Drug Development, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
She highlighted the essence of proper regulation of herbal medicines to prevent overdose, as she mentioned types and uses of herbal medicines for human well-being .
Also speaking at the programme, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Strategy, Innovation, and Service Delivery, Prof. Helen A. Andow, who represented the Vice-Chancellor, extolled the virtues of late Pharm. Wali’s commitment to human development, as she encouraged pharmacists to emulate the late pharmacist positive impact on humanity.
The Honourable Commissioner of Health, Kaduna State, Dr Aisha Anka, represented by Pharm. Daniel Doshu Nok emphasised the need for continued dedication to healthcare improvement and the crucial role of pharmacists in community health.
Chairman of the Book Project Committee, Prof. Ahmed Tijjani Mora, gave a brief biography of late Wali and an overview of the lecture series, which began in 2015. He highlighted Wali’s generosity, dedication, and love for humanity, noting his donation of half his book collection to the KASU Library.
In recognition of her excellent contributions to the success of the programme, Prof. Ibrahim was conferred with an Award of Excellence by the organising committee.
The former Commissioner of Information, Kano State, Alh. Salahudeen Na’ibi Wali, expressed gratitude on behalf of the family of late Wali to the Book Project Committee for maintaining their father’s legacy and appreciated the KASU Management as well as the university community for hosting the event.
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