A public health specialist whose portfolio includes hereditary blood disorders including sickle cell disease and hemophilia, Dr. Sopekan is an an advocate for equity and inclusivity.
The Deputy Director at the Federal Ministry of Health, Nigeria, and an articulate and goal-oriented professional with an objective to contribute his wealth of experience to disease control and prevention, Dr. Sopekan has contributed to many publications including “Implementing newborn screening for sickle cell disease as part of immunization programs in Nigeria: a feasibility study” and “Strategies to improve healthcare services for patients with sickle cell disease in Nigeria: The perspectives of stakeholders”
