The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), a technical arm of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) is poised to host its 44th Annual National Scientific Conference, themed "Technology Integration and Personalized Care: The Future of Community Pharmacy Practice," alongside the motto "IFEADIGO 2025," which translates to "Light Has Come."

This significant event will take place from July 22 to 27, 2025, at the International Conference Centre in Awka, Anambra State. It aims to unite key stakeholders, industry leaders, and esteemed personalities within the pharmaceutical sector to discuss advancements in community pharmacy practice in Nigeria.

Among the distinguished guests attending the conference is Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, the Executive Governor of Anambra State, who will serve as the Special Guest of Honour. Pharm. Ayuba Tanko Ibrahim, President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), will be the Chief Host, highlighting the collaborative efforts between community pharmacists and the broader healthcare community.

The conference will also feature Igwe (Pharm) Alex Uzo Onyido, the Igwe Ezechuamagha of Ogidi Kingdom, and HRM Obi (Dr.) Gibson Nwosu, the Ezeuzu II of Awka Ancient Kingdom, underlining the important role of traditional leaders in health promotion. Additionally, Pharm. (Sir) Ikechukwu Onyechi, MD/CEO of Alpha Pharmacy & Stores Ltd, and Prof. Chukwuemeka Michael Ubaka, the Honorable Commissioner for Health in Imo State, will add their insights on advancing pharmaceutical practices.

Pharm. Ambrose Ezeh, the National Chairman of ACPN, expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming event, stating, “The conference presents a significant opportunity for community pharmacists to collaborate, share knowledge, and develop strategies that will enhance our practice and positively impact healthcare delivery in Nigeria.

"The unsurpassed hospitality and love we received from the Executive Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Charles Soludo, CFR, in the build-up to this conference gives me an unassailable confidence that you will have a highly delightful conference experience in this home of light.

"The theme of the Conference was carefully chosen to have a maximal impact on our practice in this digital age. I hereby encourage all members to actively participate in every session of the Conference."

Various National Chairmen of associations under the PSN and other industry stakeholders will also be in attendance, ensuring diverse representation from across the pharmaceutical sector. The event promises to foster collaboration between community pharmacists and other healthcare professionals, setting a platform for the exchange of innovative ideas and best practices.

With "IFEADIGO" signifying "light has come," the conference symbolizes the arrival of positive change, progress, and goodwill within the community pharmacy landscape. It aims to emphasize the importance of community engagement, education, and the collective responsibility of the pharmaceutical community in addressing health challenges in Nigeria.

Counting down to 6 days to this significant event, the ACPN looks forward to a fruitful gathering that will further elevate the standards of community pharmacy practice across the nation.