By Joseph Erunke, Abuja

Leading experts, researchers, clinicians, policymakers and stakeholders from across the globe are to converge on Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, FCT city between Wednesday, Septembe 18 and Friday, September 20,2024, as fertility experts hold their 14th Annual International Conference in the nation’s capital.

The event slated to take place at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Plot 1161, Memorial Drive, Municipal, Abuja, F.C.T, would draw stakeholders from across the globe.

 The conference serves as a dynamic platform for exchanging knowledge, discussing innovative solutions and  and fostering collaboration to advance the field of Assisted Reproductive Technology,ART,and reproductive health in Nigeria and beyond.

Addressing the media, Thursday,in Abuja,ahead of the event, the local Local Organising Committee,LOC of the event,led by its Chairman,Dr Sunday Onuh, explained that  the 14th Annual International Conference of the Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health,AFRH, would offer discussions, workshops and interactive sessions led by esteemed professionals in reproductive medicine and fertility care.

Onuh,who is an obstetrician
,gynaecologist and Chief consultant,at DeDa Hospital,Abuja, explained that participants will gain insights into the latest advancements in ART, explore ethical frameworks for third-party ART and engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of reproductive health.

According to him, there will be sessions led by esteemed professionals in reproductive medicine and fertility care.

“Participants will gain insights into the latest advancements in ART, explore ethical frameworks for third-party ART and engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of reproductive health,”he said.

 A prepared text he read before newsmen at the event,says,” The 2024 Abuja Local Organizing Committee (LOC) of the Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health (AFRH) is pleased to announce the 14th edition of its Annual international Conference, scheduled to take place from Wednesday, 18th September – Friday, 20th September 2024, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Plot 1161, Memorial Drive, Municipal, Abuja, F.C.T.

 “This year’s conference is themed “Collaboration for Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART); Global Best Practices in Nigeria.

” It will feature two key sub-themes: “Groundbreaking Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)” and “Advancing Ethical Practices in Third-Party Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART).”he explained.

According to him,” The Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health (AFRH) Annuai International Conference is a distinguished event that brings together leading experts, researchers, clinicians, policymakers and stakeholders from across the globe.”

“The conference serves as a dynamic platform for exchanging knowledge, discussing innovative solutions and _ fostering collaboration to advance the field of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and reproductive health in Nigeria and beyond. Conference Details: ° Date: Wednesday 18th ~ Friday 20th September, 2024 e Venue: Shehu Musa Yar Adua Centre, Plot 1161, Memorial Drive, Municipal Abuja, F.C.T.

“The conference will offer a diverse programme including keynote speeches, panel ‘discussions, workshops and interactive sessions led by esteemed professionals in reproductive medicine and fertility care. Participants will gain insights into the latest advancements in ART, explore ethical frameworks for third-party ART and engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of reproductive health.

“We are honoured to host this year’s Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health (AFRH) Annual International Conference In Abuja,” says Dr. Sunday O. Onuh, Chairperson of the 2024 Abuja LOC. “This event represents an invaluable opportunity for professionals in the field of reproductive health to come together, share experiences and collaborate on solutions that will enhance ART practices and ensure ethical standards are upheld in Nigeria.” AM rad About the Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health (AFRH),”he added.

He explained that,”The Association for Fertility and Reproductive ‘Health (AFRH) is a leading professional organization dedicated to improving the standards of fertility care and reproductive health services in Nigeria.”

 Established to advocate forr and promote high standards in clinical practice, research, education, and policy development, AFRH is committed to supporting individuals and families facing fertility. challenges,”the text further read.