About The Conference
Theme: From Import Dependency to Indigenous
Solutions: Strengthening Nigeria’s Diagnostic Sovereignty
Where
Afficient Event Centre, Nasarawa GRA. Kano State
When
Tuesday to Saturday
16th - 20th September, 2025
SYNOPSIS of 2025 GMLD NATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE
“From Import Dependency to Indigenous Solutions: Strengthening Nigeria’s Diagnostic Sovereignty”
Nigeria’s heavy reliance on imported diagnostics has long posed a threat to health security, economic
stability, and emergency responsiveness. The COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing global supply chain
disruptions exposed vulnerabilities in the availability of essential in vitro diagnostics (IVDs),
reagents, and consumables. In Quarter 1, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved a ₦10.3 billion
investment to promote local manufacturing of diagnostic kits and pharmaceuticals—marking a historic
shift toward diagnostic sovereignty.
The GMLD, as a critical private sector actor, must catalyze this momentum by bridging innovation,
policy, and entrepreneurship. This conference aims to serve as a strategic platform to co-create
solutions, identify scalable indigenous technologies, and align public-private partnerships (PPP) toward
sustainable diagnostic independence
Conference Speakers
Professor Muhammad Yalwa Gwarzoa
Medical Biochemist | Medical Laboratory Scientist | Molecular Biologist & Diagnostics Expert
Dr. Donald Ibe Ofili
Acting Registrar & CEO, Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)
Professor James Garba Damen
University of Jos
Mr. Manason Garkuwa Rubainu
Veteran Medical Laboratory Scientist
Professor Faruk Sarkinfada
Skyline University Nigeria
Alhaji Mustapha Husain Falaki
Founder & CEO, Minjirya Health Services Limited
Dr. Aminu Suleiman, PhD, FMLSCN, MPH
Public Health Practitioner
Mr. Umar Jika
GM, MedServe Kano Diagnostic Centre
Olarewaju O. Barnabas (Ola Barnabas)
Principal Consultant, Ola Barnabas Consulting
Dr. Abdurrahman Ahmad El-fulaty
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Conference Schedule
Keynote Address
From Import Dependency to Indigenous Solutions: Strengthening Nigeria’s Diagnostic Sovereignty
Professional Associations as Engines of Change:
Leveraging GMLD and AMLSN to Drive Diagnostic Sovereignty
Positioning Nigeria as West Africa’s Diagnostic Export Powerhouse under AfCFTA
Spotlight how AI, big data, and digital health are transforming diagnostics—from algorithm-based decision support tools to decentralized testing platforms—and how Nigerian innovators can harness these tools
Smart Diagnostics: Harnessing AI and Digital Platforms to Scale Indigenous Solutions
A focus on human capital development—from bench-level competencies to leadership training in diagnostics manufacturing, R&D, supply chain management, and regulatory sciences—tailored to Nigeria’s sovereignty agenda
Building Nigeria’s Diagnostic Workforce for Innovation and Self-Reliance
best practices for achieving ISO 13485 certification, WHO prequalification, and ISO 15189 verification pathways for local kits, supported by lessons from countries like India, South Africa, and Senegal.
Financing the Future: Unlocking Capital for Diagnostic Startups, SMEs, and Research Institutions
Examine financing vehicles (loans, grants, PPPs) for diagnostic entrepreneurs, including de-risking tools and market-shaping interventions.
Assuring Excellence: Strategies to Guarantee Quality and Accreditation of Made-in-Nigeria Diagnostic Kits
review current regulatory and legislative tools—MLSCN, NAFDAC, SON—and propose practical reforms to support accelerated registration, market entry, and quality assurance of locally manufactured diagnostics.
Regulation as an Enabler: Strengthening the Policy and Legal Landscape for Indigenous Diagnostics
Addressing the ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges of implementing AI in healthcare, ensuring responsible and fair use of AI technologies in diagnostics.
Public-Private Synergy for Resilient Diagnostics:
Creating Win-Win Partnerships for Health Security.
Catalyzing Homegrown Innovations:
Unleashing Nigeria’s Potential in IVD Manufacturing
Conference Venue
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Conference Registration
Early Bird
₦ 40,000
PAYMENT ACCOUNT DETAILS
Account Name: Guild of Medical Laboratory Directors
Bank Name: Zenith Bank Plc
Account Number: 1013871463
Late Registration
₦ 45,000
PAYMENT ACCOUNT DETAILS
Account Name: Guild of Medical Laboratory Directors
Bank Name: Zenith Bank Plc
Account Number: 1013871463
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F.A.Q
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What is the date and venue of the GMLD Conference?
GMLD Conference holds on 16th - 20th September, 2025.
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What is the registration fee for the conference?
Early Bird Registration starts 15th April - 31st July 2025 - ₦40,000
Late Registration starts 1st August - 31st August 2025 - ₦45,000 -
Conference Registration Process
- Submit the registration form on the website
- Make payment into the GMLD Bank Account - Zenith Bank, Account Number - 1013871463
- Send evidence of payment by mail to secretariat@gmldconference.org or on Whatsapp +234-803-868-6317
- Receive confirmation of registration by mail
- Bring a copy of registration confirmation mail (print or electronic) for admission to the conference
- A form of identification is required for access to the conference
Contact Us
Address
Biosensors Medical Diagnostics Ltd,24 Blantyre Street, Wuse 2, Abuja