The Wife of the Ekiti State Governor, Prof. Olayemi Oyebanji, has received the Champion of Women’s and Children’s Health Award from the Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN), Ekiti State Chapter, in recognition of her commitment to improving the health and well-being of women and children.

The award was presented during the association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Scientific Conference held at the NAM Building, Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti.

Oyebanji, who was represented by Dr. Omolola Alao, expressed appreciation to the association for the recognition, describing it as an encouragement to sustain efforts towards improving healthcare delivery and the welfare of women and children in the state.

She commended MWAN for its contributions to healthcare development and its commitment to addressing health challenges affecting women and children.

The First Lady also acknowledged the importance of professional collaboration in improving healthcare outcomes and wished members of the association success in their efforts to promote quality healthcare services.

The conference, themed “Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Innovation and Ethics,” brought together medical professionals and other stakeholders to examine the growing role of technology in healthcare delivery.

Discussions focused on the application of artificial intelligence in medical practice, patient safety, digital health innovations and the ethical considerations surrounding the use of emerging technologies.

Participants also explored career transitions and personal development under the sub-theme, “From Career to Personal Identity: My Strategic Exit Plan.”

The event attracted medical professionals and other dignitaries from across the country, including the Ekiti State Head of Service, Dr. Folakemi Olomojobi.

Oyebanji’s recognition highlights the importance of sustained advocacy, professional collaboration and stakeholder engagement in advancing the health and well-being of women and children.