FAMSA GA 2018 Opening Ceremony
November 19:
The General Assembly and Scientific conference began in earnest with an opening ceremony which included recognition of delegates and speakers. The Provost of the College of Medicine University of Ibadan, Professor E.O Olopade-Olaopa gave a welcome address to the delegates. A welcome address was also given by the Patron and chair of the board of advisors to the 32nd General Assembly, Professor A.O Omigbodun. Delegates were encouraged to use the networking opportunity that the Assembly provided to form lasting relationships and collaborations to solve the problem of healthcare in Africa. A welcome address was also delivered on behalf of the FAMSA president by Mr. Agba Joel, the immediate Vice President of FAMSA. Welcome addresses were also delivered by the Organizing chairperson of the 32nd FAMSA General Assembly and Scientific Conference, Mr. Jesutofunmi Omiye as well as by the President of the host medical students association (University of Ibadan Medical Students Association) Mr. Muhammad- Bashir Yahya.
Gala Dinner & Closing Ceremnony
At about 8pm, the closing ceremony and dinner commenced. There were musical performances as the delegates were treated to sumptuous meals. A speech was delivered by the WHO director general, Dr. Tedros GHEBREYESUS. Various members of the organizing committee were duly recognized.