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To be an internationally recognized center of excellence in the research, development, documentation and promotion of Nigeria’s indigenous Medicine for sustainable integration into the national healthcare delivery system.
From the Director-General / CEO
The Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) popularly called Natural Medicine, NAMDA, BABALAWO Agency, Traditional Medicine Agency is an apex autonomous agency under the aegis of the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, Government of Nigeria. NNMDA was established in 1997 but obtained a presidential assent to its establishment bill on 24th June 2019, its ACT was gazetted on 20th December 2019. It is the nation’s only trans-cultural medical research agency — making important discoveries that improve health, create jobs, wealth and save lives using innovative technologies that are rooted very strongly in Nigeria’s culture
The NNMDA laboratory headquarter, known as the “KOFO ABAYOMI” to the local community, is located in Victoria Island, Lagos. The temporary administrative headquarter is located at the Federal Secretariat Complex, Abuja. NNMDA scientists conduct their research in laboratories located on the main campus, and in several field units across the country. The purpose of this laboratory is to advance knowledge and to apply physical, life, and earth science as well as religious and cultural science for the good of the people.. Read More
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His Excellency
Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. President, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Chief Nnaji Uchenna
Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology
Prof. Martins Emeje
(NCE, B.Pharm, PhD, FAAS, FPSN)
Director General/Chief Executive
Prof. Martins Emeje addresses various concerns regarding natural medicine.
African Traditional Medicine Day, 2024
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NEWS and UPDATES
Nigeria Must Embrace its Roots to Flourish in Pharmaceuticals
African Traditional Medicine Day 2024: Prof. Martins Emeje Advocates for Traditional Medicine
Nigeria Must Embrace Its Roots to Flourish in Pharmaceuticals – NNMDA DG
Prof. Martins Emeje On Potentials Of Traditional Medicine | NTA
Covenant University and NNMDA Forge Strategic Partnership
NNMDA Signs MoU to Boost Promotion of Nigeria’s Natural Medicine
Prof. Martins Emeje Awards Research Grant for Microbiological Assessment of Air Quality
NNMDA Explores Partnership for World-Class Excipient Company
Immediate past National Secretary of PSN visits NNMDA
Improving HealthCare System: Prof. Martins Emeje
NNMDA engages 5 First-Class Pharmacy Graduates as Interns.
The FMIST Minister, Chief Uche Nnaji nicknames NNMDA boss as “Capacity DG”
NNMDA To Establish Herbal Clinics In 774 LGAs
NNMDA Goes into Mega Partnership with HealthPlus for the Underserved Population.
Over 160m Nigerians can’t afford imported drugs, says NNMDA
Breaking Boundaries: NNMDA Chief Spotlights Indigenous Medicine at Pharma West Africa Expo
Covenant University Forges Partnership with NNMDA to Advance Science and Research
Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology Celebrates Milestones at NNMDA
FG Commits To Re-Establish Natural Medicine – Emeje Reveals
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