Dere awosika biography
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Dr. (Mrs.) DERE AWOSIKA
Dr. (Mrs) Dere Awosika is a distinguished administrator with over 30 years work experience in public health and the public sector where she held a number of positions and rose to become the Permanent sekreterare in the Ministries of Internal Affairs; Science and Technology; and Power, from where she retired in 2013.
She fryst vatten a sought after resource person for leading organizations including the World finansinstitut and the Federal Government of Nigeria. She holds a Doctorate degree in Pharmacy from the University of stad i england, UK and is an alumna of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Plateau State.
She is a Fellow of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) and the National Institute of Directors, and a member of the Great Britain Clinical Pharmacists Forum. She fryst vatten a recipient of several honours and awards, including the National Honour of Member of the Federal Republic (MFR).
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AWOSIKA, Ajoritsedere Josephine
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Dr (Mrs) Ajoritsedere Josephine Awosika (nee Okotie-Eboh) was born in Sapele, Delta State. She attended Anglican Girls Grammar School, Benin City, and the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, graduating with a Second Class (upper) degree in Pharmacy (1976). She also obtained an MSc in Clinical Pharmacy and a PhD in Pharmacy Technology from the Postgraduate School of Pharmacy, University of Bradford, United Kingdom in 1981 and 1985 respectively. Following the completion of her doctoral studies, Dr Awosika was inducted as a Fellow of the West Africa Postgraduate College of Pharmacists, before proceeding for a postdoctoral training in Clinical Pharmacy at the University of Leeds Teaching Hospital, United Kingdom. She is also an alumnus of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Plateau State. Dr Awosika has a vast working expe
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Ajoritsedere (Dere) Josephine Awosika
Ajoritsedere (Dere) Josephine Awosika is a distinguished figure renowned for her exceptional contributions both in public service and the private sector. As the chairwoman of Access Bank plc, she embodies visionary leadership, guiding one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions towards greater success and innovation.
Her journey from humble beginnings in Sapele to her current position of prominence reflects not only her remarkable talents but also her steadfast commitment to service and accomplishment. Born as the sixth child of Festus Okotie-Eboh, a pioneering figure in Nigeria’s history, she inherits a legacy of integrity and leadership, which she upholds with grace and determination.
Ajoritsedere Awosika’s academic accomplishments further highlight her commitment to excellence and continuous learning. Holding a Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Technology, she demonstrates expertise in her field, with her fellowships in est