Kwara pharmacists elect Munirat Akanbi-Bello as first female chairman
Pharm. Munirat Kikelomo Akanbi-Bello has been elected Chairman of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Kwara State Branch, making history as the first woman to lead the association in the state.
Akanbi-Bello emerged victorious at the branch’s election held on Saturday in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, defeating two other male candidates to secure the chairmanship position.
Reacting to her victory, the newly elected chairman expressed appreciation to members of the association for the confidence and trust reposed in her, describing the outcome as a collective victory.
“This victory is not mine alone; it is ours. It is a testament to our collective strength, unity and belief in a greater PSN Kwara,” she said.
Akanbi-Bello pledged to lead the association with integrity, transparency and inclusiveness, while placing the interests and welfare of members at the centre of her administration.
She also promised to work towards advancing the pharmaceutical profession, protecting the practice and improving the welfare of pharmacists across Kwara State.
