Community pharmacists, Police collaborate on health outreaches
By Kemi Akintokun
Community pharmacists in Lagos State, under the aegis of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), have partnered with the Nigerian Police Force to enhance public health and safety.
In a statement signed by Mr Tolu Ajayi, ACPN Lagos Chairman, the collaboration highlighted pharmacists’ dual role as healthcare providers and public safety allies.
As part of the 2025 Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) Lagos Scientific Week, the ACPN paid advocacy visits to the Assistant Inspector General at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) and the Lagos State Police Command.
The health outreaches themed “Partnership with the Nigeria Police Force for Equitable Access to Healthcare Towards Universal Health Coverage” were simultaneously held across 30 police formations in the state.
The activities included health education, free medical screening for officers, distribution of essential medicines, product samples, and first aid supplies.
“Together, community pharmacists and the police can create a frontline that fights illegalities, builds trust, and promotes public health and safety,” Ajayi stated.
He emphasised that community pharmacists were not only committed to rational medication use but were also well-positioned to support crime prevention through intelligence on drug abuse and trafficking.
“Beyond dispensing medicines, we provide counselling, monitor treatment outcomes, support adherence, and make timely referrals.
“We also play a vital role in rehabilitating individuals battling drug addiction and promoting disease prevention and wellness,” Ajayi added.(NAN)(nannews,ng)
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