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Dr. Ifedayo Adetifa Appointed Chief Transformation Officer of FIND
Dr. Ifedayo Adetifa Appointed Chief Transformation Officer of FIND....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Dr. Ifedayo Adetifa, former Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), has been appointed as the Chief Transformation Officer of FIND. In this new role, he will also serve as the Chief Executive Officer, as announced by FIND on their website.
FIND is a global non-profit organization dedicated to accelerating equitable access to reliable diagnostic solutions worldwide. It plays a crucial role in connecting countries, communities, funders, decision-makers, healthcare providers, and developers to stimulate diagnostic innovation. The organization’s mission is to integrate testing into sustainable and resilient health systems globally.
Dr. Adetifa’s Background
Dr. Adetifa took over as the NCDC DG on September 6, 2021, and handed over his responsibilities to Dr. Jide Idris in February 2024. His leadership at the NCDC was marked by significant achievements, particularly in the response to COVID-19. He attracted substantial funding for various programs, managed large budgets, and supervised a dedicated team working to combat infectious diseases.
In a statement regarding his new appointment, Dr. Adetifa expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “I am thrilled to join FIND at such a critical juncture for global health and especially for diagnostics. I look forward to leading FIND’s team and collaborating with our global partners to drive diagnostic innovation and ensure these advancements reach those most in need.”
FIND’s Commitment to Global Health
The Chair of the FIND Board, Dr. Ayoade Alakija, emphasized the significance of Dr. Adetifa’s appointment, stating, “As FIND embarks on a new and exciting transformative journey, we are excited to welcome Dr. Adetifa to the FIND family as he takes on CEO responsibilities. His appointment marks a significant milestone, as he becomes the first African CEO from the Global South that FIND was established to serve.”
Dr. Alakija further noted, “Rebalancing power is what will advance health for all, and I remain fully committed to ensuring that global health leadership reflects the diversity of the populations we serve.”
A Vision for the Future
Dr. Adetifa’s extensive experience spans various public health challenges, including Lassa fever, vaccinations, malaria, and tuberculosis. He is also a member of the Scientific Advisory Committee for the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations. His educational background includes an undergraduate degree from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, a pediatric residency at Lagos University Teaching Hospital, and advanced degrees from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and the University of Amsterdam.
In his new role, Dr. Adetifa is well-positioned to guide FIND during this transformative period, advancing its mission to innovate and expand access to diagnostic testing globally. His leadership aims to ensure that those in need are not left behind in the quest for better health outcomes.
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