About PPSN
About Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria
The society has come a long way since 1973 when it was founded in Calabar. At the early period of its founding, PPSN, then known as the Nigerian Society for Parasitology (NSP) has limited membership. It was primarily based in the six Nigerian universities that were in existence at that time. A few of these universities then had postgraduate courses in Zoology with opportunities for parasite biology research options at the doctoral level. Parasitology and entomology and public health were restricted to the discovery of new parasites and in a few case, the description of the parasite fauna. Others that studied abroad had interest in parasites of animals of European interest. The founding of the society by graduates from such programs marked the beginning of the network and the reason for its research and capacity development base. The founding members were exemplary scholars and remained within the university system as lecturers and research fellows. Since there were few universities at the time, the network was simple and contacts easy requiring very little formality. The agenda was basic to developing parasitology that responds to African needs and training others for research and service. Read more...
Mission
To make PPSN the first to be consulted for authoritative view, credible and knowledge products, as well as evidence-based opinion on issues that the most impact on parasite and public health problems in Africa.
Vision
To be the most visible partner in high policy impact research, capacity development and knowledge management, for effective control of parasitic diseases and agents of public health problems for the rapid socio-economic development of Nigeria and by extension, Africa.
Focus areas:
- to develop an AFrican curriculum for the training and practice of parasitology and entomology which responds to local needs
- to build the capacity and development of a critical mass of doctoral level scholarships for the continent
- practical engagement in intellectual discourse, knowledge production, policy definition and intervention against diseases and their agents
- development of network of intellectuals that set the health system research agenda
- developing an agenda for dialogue between researchers and bureaucrats and developing a working relationship between government andd intellectuals for disease control in Nigeria
- international engagement and visibility of locally trained Nigerian health system scientists in the control of diseases, the promotion of the credibility of the Nigerian educational systems
We have a nation wide coverage with spread in the following zones:
Zones
Members
Conferences
Journals
Our Executive Members (2021 - 2024)

Prof Sammy Sam-Wobo fzsn, fppsn
President

Prof Gideon Amuga fppsn
Vice President

Prof Danaan A. Dakul fppsn
Secretary

Dr Mercy Ezeunala
Asst. Secretary

Prof Angela Ekwunife fppsn
Treasurer

Dr Olabanji Surakat
Fin. Secretary

Dr Seni Barka James
Publicity Secretary

Prof Gloria Wokem fppsn
Internal Auditor

Prof Uwem Ekpo fppsn
Editor-in-Chief

Dr Ehizogie Egbeobauwaye
Editorial Assistant

Prof Innocent Omalu
Business Manager

Prof Chinyere Ukaga fppsn
Ex-Officio I

Prof Martins Aisien fppsn, fzsn
Ex-Officio II

Prof Kabiru Abdullahi fppsn
Co-Opted Member I

Prof Mobolanle Oniya fppsn
Co-Opted Member II

Prof Musa M. Dogara
Coordinator - NorthWest

Prof Mrs Rebecca Napthali
Coordinator - NorthEast

Dr Yoila Malann
Coordinator - NorthCentral

Prof Nkiru Orji
Coordinator - SouthEast

Dr Babatunde Adewale
Coordinator - SouthWest

Mrs. Mofe Pajiah
Coordinator - SouthSouth
Our Board of Trustees

Prof. Ekanem Ikpi Braide fppsn, FAS
Member, Board of Trustee

Prof. Chiedu Felix Mafiana fppsn, fzsn
Member, Board of Trustee

Prof. Oladele Akogun
Member, Board of Trustee

Prof. Oladele Olusiji Kale FAS
Member, Board of Trustee

Prof Martin Gbemi Ogbe fppsn
Member, Board of Trustee

Dr. Margaret Ariyibo Mafe fppsn
Member, Board of Trustee

Mr. Abubakar Bobboyi Jijiwa MFR
Member, Board of Trustee

Prof. Bertram E. B. Nwoke fppsn, FAS
Member, Board of Trustee

Prof. Martins S. O. Aisien fppsn, fzsn
Member, Board of Trustee

Prof. Rowland I. S. Agbede fppsn
Member, Board of Trustee
College of Fellows

Fellowship of the Parasitology and Public Health Society of Nigeria (FPPSN), the highest honour of the Society, shall be conferred on deserving individual who have followed guidelines, met terms and conditions for the award including:
- Immense contribution to the Society,
- Good financial commitment, and
- Consistence in the attendance of Conference
List of PPSN Fellows are:
- Prof. E. O. Ogunba (Late)
- Prof. I. Okpala (Late)
- Prof. M. N. Mohammed (Late)
- Prof. A. D. W. Acholonu
- Prof. U. K. Enyenihi
- Prof. M. O. E. Iwuala
- Prof. R. A. Ogunsuyi (Late)
- Prof. A. O. Anya
- Prof. (Chief) T. J. Princewill
- Prof. Eka I. Braide
- Prof. C. O. E. Onwuliri (Late)
- Prof. L. D. Edungbola
- Prof. J. P. Fabuyi
- Prof. M. G. Ogbe
- Prof. R. I. S. Agbede
- Prof. B. E. B. Nwoke
- Prof. C. F. Mafiana - 2012
- Prof. Christine I. Eneanya - 2012
- Prof. Grace O. Adeoye (Late) - 2012
- Prof. Uche Amazigo - 2014
- Prof. A. Tukur - 2014
- Prof. F. Okafor (Late) - 2014
- Prof. N. Umeche - 2015
- Prof. Elizabeth U. Amuta - 2015
- Prof. O. A. Amali - 2015
- Prof. M.S.O. Aisien - 2017
- Prof. C.E. Okaka - 2017
- Prof. S.L. Kela - 2017
- Prof. E. Abubakar (Late) - 2017
- Prof. Maryam Suleiman - 2017
- Prof. Halimatu S. Idris (Late) - 2017
- Prof. I.N.S. Dozie - 2017
- Dr. Margaret A. Mafe - 2017
- Prof. Olubunmi Otubanjo - 2019
- Prof. Obioma Nwaorgu - 2019
- Prof. Chinyere Ukaga - 2019
- Prof. K. Abdullahi - 2019
- Prof. S. O. Sam-Wobo - 2019
- Prof. G. A.Amuga - 2021
- Prof.D. A.Dakul - 2021
- Prof. Chinyelu A. Ekwunife - 2021
- Dr. E. S. Obadiah - 2021
- Prof. Gloria N. Wokem - 2021
- Prof. M. O. Oniya - 2021
- Prof. U. F. Ekpo - 2021
- Prof. E. A.Omudu - 2021


Our Partners
Important Notices
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KEYNOTE ADDRESS:
The Keynote address of the 47th PPSN Conference comes on the 12th of October, 2023 by 9.00 AM at Grand Amari Hotels and Resort, Graceland Estate Egbeada, Owerri. -
COLLOQUIUM:
Activities of the PPSN 47th Conference and 50th Anniversary shall also inlcude a Colloquium delivery on PPSN at 50: Global Control, Elimination and Eradication of Public Health Diseases - A Reflection at the Grand Amari Hotels and Resort, Graceland Estate Egbeada, Owerri on Thursday, 12th October, 2023 between 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM. -
Dinner and Awards:
The PPSN 50th Anniversary Dinner and Awards comes up on Thur., 12th Oct., 2023. Dress code is formal.




Requirements for PPSN Membership
1. Pay N5,000 for membership application fee
2. Pay N10,000 for membership annual dues for the year 2023, 2024 as at 7th, October, 2022 going forward.
A. Offline Registration:
1. Pay the above fees to PPSN GTB Account No.: 0027247210
2. Send evidence of payment both as SMS and email to 08033199315 via WhatsApp and banjisurakat@gmail.com.
3. After that, to the same number above also via WhatsApp, send the following details:
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- Full names
- Contact address
- Sex
- Occupation
- Phone number
- Area of interest
- Email address
B. Online Registration:
1. Complete your Membership Application Form: (please click the Join PPSN button below);
2. Upon completion of the Application Form, please follow Payment Instruction on Step 2 of the Application Form.

Existing Members Annual Dues Payment
1. Pay N10,000 for membership annual dues for the year 2023, 2024 as at 7th, October, 2022 going forward to PPSN GTB Account No.: 0027247210
2. Send evidence of payment both as SMS and email to 08033199315 via WhatsApp and banjisurakat@gmail.com.

PPSN at 50 and 47th Annual Conference Registration Information.
The PPSN at 50 and 47th Annual Conference comes up between 10/10/2023 and 14/10/2023.
1. Complete the Conference Registration Form by clicking the register now button below
2. Upon completion of the Registration Form, please follow Payment Instructions on Step 2 of the Registration Form.

PPSN at 50 and 47th Annual Conference Abstract Submission.
Please follow the instructions below:
- Download and read the author's instruction checklist - Click Here
- Please ensure that you have completed your registration for the PPSN at 50 and 47th Annual Conference and then proceed to the next step;
- Pay your Abstract Fee to the specificied bank as stated in the CHECKLIST FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION;
- Once your payment has been made, Click Here to submit your evidence of payment and abstract details.