Board member (2024-2026)
Prof Muhammad Ali Pate, a distinguished public health leader, is Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, bringing extensive experience from national and global roles. Previously a professor at Harvard University and CEO of Gavi, he has worked on crucial health issues such as COVID-19 at the World Bank. Prof Pate’s contributions to polio eradication and primary healthcare in Nigeria have earned him national honours and international recognition. With a diverse educational background and a focus on health sector renewal, he continues to impact public health in Nigeria significantly.