Nigerian Orthopaedic Surgeon Relocates from U.S. to Nigeria to Transform Healthcare
Dr. Julius Oni, a Nigerian associate professor of orthopaedic surgery, has returned to Nigeria after 25 years in the United States. In a viral video, Oni explained his decision, saying, “I reverse Japa from the U.S. to Nigeria 6 weeks ago,” referencing the popular Nigerian term ‘Japa,’ which means to emigrate for better opportunities. “I […]
‘JAPA’ SYNDROME: President Tinubu adopts a program to keep medical professionals in Nigeria.
In order to address the issues confronting Nigeria’s health people resources, President Bola Tinubu has adopted the National Policy on Health Workforce Migration. Prof. Muhammad Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, revealed this on his X account on Monday. According to Pate, the policy is a holistic approach to controlling, utilizing, and […]
