The global research profile of the University of Uyo has received yet another major boost as one of its finest academics and foremost pharmaceutical researchers, Professor Jide Awofisayo, has been appointed chairman of the Continental Research Committee (CRC) of the African Society of Clinical Pharmacists (ASOCLIP).
The appointment, which takes immediate effect, places Professor Awofisayo at the forefront of driving collaborative clinical pharmacy research across Africa. It is a recognition of decades of scholarly excellence, academic leadership, and unwavering commitment to advancing evidence-based pharmaceutical practice on the continent.
As a Professor of Clinical Pharmacy and Biopharmacy at the University of Uyo, Professor Awofisayo has distinguished himself as an accomplished researcher whose work spans clinical pharmacy, pharmacokinetics, drug information services, pharmaceutical care, drug quality evaluation, and medicine safety. His research portfolio includes dozens of scientific publications with significant citations, reflecting his contributions to improving healthcare outcomes through research and innovation.
Beyond the classroom and laboratory, Professor Awofisayo has become synonymous with research development through BIOSCIRD (Bioscientifics Research and Development Ltd/Gte), where he has championed scientific publishing, mentorship, capacity building, and innovation. Through BIOSCIRD, he has helped nurture young researchers, promoted quality scientific journals, organized research training, and expanded opportunities for knowledge dissemination across Nigeria and beyond. He also serves as Editor of BIOSCIRD’s clinical pharmacy journals, further strengthening research visibility in pharmaceutical sciences.
His leadership has consistently inspired students, early-career researchers, and professionals to embrace impactful research that addresses Africa’s healthcare challenges. From drug quality assessment and pharmacokinetic studies to clinical outcomes research and pharmaceutical innovation, Professor Awofisayo has remained committed to translating research into practical healthcare solutions.
The newly inaugurated ASOCLIP Continental Research Committee also features Dr Sarah Ali (Sudan) as Secretary and Professor Weah Jah Cisco (Liberia) as Adviser, while the Society simultaneously expanded its Continental Executive Committee with new representatives from Cameroon and Egypt.
His emergence as chairman is not merely a personal achievement; it is a proud moment for the University of Uyo, the Nigerian pharmacy profession, and the wider African scientific community. It reflects the growing influence of Nigerian scholars in shaping continental research policies, strengthening multicentre collaborations, and advancing evidence-based clinical pharmacy practice across Africa.
His appointment further reinforces the University of Uyo’s reputation as a hub for academic excellence and impactful pharmaceutical research, while showcasing the institution’s ability to produce scholars whose influence transcends national boundaries.
Congratulations to Professor Jide Awofisayo on this landmark continental appointment. As Africa looks toward stronger research collaboration and innovation in healthcare, there is little doubt that his experience, vision, and passion for scientific excellence will leave a lasting imprint on clinical pharmacy research across the continent.
