The Association of Public Health Physicians of Nigeria (APHPN) officially kicked off its 42nd Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference today at the Indimi Conference Centre, Maiduguri, Borno State, starting with a pre-conference press briefing.
Addressing members of the press, the APHPN President, Dr. Terfa Kene, welcomed delegates on behalf of the Board of Trustees, National Executive Council, and the entire APHPN family. He reaffirmed APHPN’s commitment to advancing population-based public health practice across Nigeria through advocacy, equity, inclusivity, and evidence-driven policy engagement.
Conference Theme:
“Healing in the Crossfire: Delivering Health Services in Conflict and Crisis”
With thought-provoking sub-themes on climate change, resilient health systems, and healthcare delivery in conflict settings, the conference promises rich plenary sessions, breakout discussions, abstract presentations, and expert insights.
Dr. Kene highlighted the significance of hosting the conference in Maiduguri, commending the Borno State Government under His Excellency Engr. Prof. Babagana Zulum for its strides in conflict resolution, humanitarian response, and health system rebuilding—an example with lessons for the entire nation.
He also expressed gratitude to the Borno APHPN Chapter, the Local Organising Committee, keynote speaker Dr. Yusuf T. Sununu, and partners including the Borno State Government, NEDC, UNFPA, APIN, and AVE Health Sense for their support.
Here’s to impactful conversations, strong collaborations, and meaningful solutions for public health in challenging contexts.
Long live APHPN!
Long live Borno State!
Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria! 
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