CEOAFRICA joins the Nigerian health community, family, and admirers across the globe in celebrating Pharm. Ahmed Ibrahim Yakasai, FPSN, FNAPharm, mni, former President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) and the revered Kachallan Kano, as he marks his 65th birthday today.

In a goodwill message, the MD/CEO of CEOAFRICA, Prince Cletus Ilobanafor, described Pharm. Yakasai as “one of the brightest lights ever produced by the Nigerian pharmaceutical sector — a statesman whose legacy continues to elevate the profession and inspire younger practitioners across Africa.”

Prince Ilobanafor further extolled his leadership qualities, noting: “Pharm. Yakasai’s tenure as PSN President remains a masterclass in purposeful leadership, visionary advocacy, and unwavering commitment to public health. His brilliance, humility, and bridge-building spirit have earned him deep respect within and outside the health ecosystem.”

Beyond his professional accomplishments, CEOAFRICA celebrates Pharm. Yakasai as a humanitarian whose compassion reaches far beyond his immediate circle. His mentorship of young pharmacists, his passion for strengthening institutions, and his dedication to ethical practice stand as glowing pillars in Nigeria’s health development story.

Many recall his presidency as a period that revitalized the pharmacy profession, expanded national and international collaborations, and strengthened the identity of Nigerian pharmacists on the global stage.

As he clocks 65, CEOAFRICA wishes Pharm. Yakasai vibrant health, renewed grace, and deeper fulfilment in the years ahead. His life remains a testament to what passion, discipline, and service can build — a legacy that continues to shine across the health landscape.

Happy 65th Birthday to a distinguished icon and a pride of the pharmaceutical profession!