{"id":177473,"date":"2025-12-10T16:09:14","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T16:09:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/177473\/"},"modified":"2025-12-10T16:09:14","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T16:09:14","slug":"surahep-charts-5-year-roadmap-to-transform-traditional-medicine-in-nigeria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/177473\/","title":{"rendered":"SURAHEP charts 5-year roadmap to transform traditional medicine in Nigeria"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"SURAHEP <\/a>SURAHEP plans to launch a Training and Certification Academy<\/p>\n

The Paramount Chief of Traditional Medicine of Hausa Land and National President of the Supreme Royal Association of Herbal Practitioners of Nigeria (SURAHEP), Dr Abdul Razak Toure, has outlined an ambitious five-year plan to reposition traditional medicine as a central pillar of Nigeria\u2019s healthcare system.<\/p>\n

Speaking during a national gathering of traditional medicine royals, practitioners, and stakeholders, Dr Toure said the event marked \u201ca defining moment\u201d for custodians of one of Africa\u2019s oldest knowledge systems. <\/p>\n

He stressed that traditional medicine must evolve with unity, ethics, and professional standards to secure its future in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

\u201cSURAHEP was founded with a clear purpose: to unite, strengthen, and elevate the practice of traditional medicine. <\/p>\n

\u201cOur vision is to become the leading, globally recognized authority for ethical, culturally grounded, and professionally practiced traditional medicine,\u201d he said in his welcome address. <\/p>\n

Dr Toure further unveiled a detailed roadmap structured to transform SURAHEP from a national association into a recognized regulatory and regional force. <\/p>\n

They are as follows:<\/p>\n

Year One: Legitimacy and Policy Engagement<\/p>\n

The association will pursue official recognition, expand membership, reinforce its ethical code, and deepen engagements with government institutions.<\/p>\n

Year Two: Professionalization<\/p>\n

SURAHEP plans to launch a Training and Certification Academy, standardize professional courses, and collaborate with academic bodies to validate indigenous practices.<\/p>\n

Year Three: National Expansion<\/p>\n

This phase will focus on establishing regional chapters, integrating pilot traditional medicine programs into government health centers, and documenting remedies through a \u201cKnowledge Bank Initiative.\u201d<\/p>\n

Year Four: Systemic Recognition<\/p>\n

Leveraging strengthened ties with Emirate Councils and advanced certification systems, SURAHEP aims to push for official regulatory authority status.<\/p>\n

\u2022Year Five: Global Positioning<\/p>\n

The association seeks to host a West African Traditional Medicine Summit, establish a digital registry for practitioners, and achieve financial sustainability.<\/p>\n

Dr Toure emphasised that unity remains the cornerstone of this transformation. <\/p>\n

\u201cWe must move as one family \u2014 committed to ethics, transparency, accountability, and the greater good of our communities,\u201d he noted, adding that traditional healers are \u201ccultural ambassadors and guardians of knowledge.\u201d<\/p>\n

In his appreciation message, Dr Toure extended gratitude to the Federal Ministry of Health for its \u201copenness, guidance, and engagement,\u201d noting that the ministry\u2019s support is crucial in advancing traditional medicine toward national integration.<\/p>\n

He also commended the kings and queens of traditional medicine across Nigeria for their unwavering cultural leadership. <\/p>\n

\u201cYou represent the heritage and dignity upon which traditional medicine stands,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Dr Abdul Razak Toure also acknowledged the dedication of SURAHEP members, partners, committee leaders, and all individuals who contributed to the success of the gathering.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo everyone who traveled far and near to be here, your presence is a reminder that we share one purpose: to uplift traditional medicine, preserve our heritage, and work toward a healthier, stronger Nigeria,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The event closed with renewed calls for unity, accountability, and professionalism as SURAHEP positions itself to shape the future of traditional healthcare in Nigeria and across West Africa.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is the beginning of a new era. May our work continue to bring healing, dignity, and progress to our people,\u201d Dr Toure declared.<\/p>\n

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