National Network

Zonal Coordinators

They lead NISONM activities in their zones, foster collaboration among members, and provide vital feedback to national leadership.

Six Zones. One Mission.

NISONM's zonal structure ensures every region of Nigeria has dedicated leadership driving newborn health outcomes from the ground up.

North Central
North East
North West
South East
South–South
South West
North Central
Coordination Team
Dr. Eyinade Olateju
Dept. of Paediatrics, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital
Email not listed
Dr. Patricia Medupin
Dept. of Paediatrics, FMC Lokoja, Kogi State
pattylayo@gmail.com
North East
Coordination Team
Dr. Ilya Jalo
Dept. of Paediatrics, FMC Gombe, Gombe State
iliyajalo@yahoo.com
Dr. Lamidi Audu
Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare
drauduli@yahoo.com
North West
Coordination Team
Dr. Zubaida Farouk
Dept. of Paediatrics, AKTH Kano, Kano State
faroukzubaida@yahoo.com
Dr. Abdulkadir Isa
Dept. of Paediatrics, ABUTH Zaria, Kaduna State
isaburamla@yahoo.com
South East
Coordination Team
Rev. (Dr.) Kenechukwu Iloh
Dept. of Paediatrics, UNTH Ituku-Ozalla, Enugu State
keneiloh@yahoo.com
Dr. Chijioke Ezeudu
Dept. of Paediatrics, NAUTH Nnewi, Anambra State
ezeuducj@yahoo.com
South–South
Coordination Team
Dr. Eno E. Nyong
Dept. of Paediatrics, UUTH Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
unwana5419@yahoo.com
Dr. Peace Opara
Dept. of Paediatrics, UPTH Port Harcourt, Rivers State
peaceibo@yahoo.com.au
South West
Coordination Team
Dr. Oluwafemi Banke
Dept. of Paediatrics, MCH Akure, Ondo State
bankyfem@yahoo.com

How Coordinators Drive Change

Zonal coordinators are the operational backbone of NISONM's national reach — translating national strategy into local action.

Lead Zone Activities

Coordinate and activate NISONM programmes, events, and member engagement across all states within their assigned zone.

Foster Collaboration

Build and maintain working relationships between neonatologists, paediatricians, nurses, and health institutions across their zone.

Provide Feedback

Serve as the critical link between field realities and national leadership — channelling insights, challenges, and progress reports to NISONM headquarters.

Connect with Your Zone

Reach out to the coordinator in your zone to get involved with NISONM activities, trainings, and advocacy efforts near you.

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