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Validation of second batch of COVID-19 Rapid & RT-PCR Test Kits ongoing at the MLSCN owned Public Health In-Vitro Diagnostics Control Laboratory, Yaba, Lagos.
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NO VALIDATED RAPID TEST KITS FOR COVID -19 TESTING IN NIGERIA
MLSCN with the statutory mandate to regulate in-vitro diagnostic kits in Nigeria, has not validated any RTKs for COVID-19 testing. The general public should be properly guided against the use of RTKS.
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The Management and Staff of the MLSCN celebrate the life of our amiable, silent achiever, the servant leader, a seasoned medical lab scientist and the Registrar/CEO, Dr Tosan Erhabor, as he turns a year older. Sir may God Continue to be your strength. Congratulations!!
MLSCN regrets the incidents at AKTH & other testing centres where Med. Lab. Scientists got infected with SARS-CoV-2.This shows the high risks involved with sampling & detection of the virus. High premium cover & proper PPE for MLS become imperative at this time.
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MLSCN held the Cohort 2 of the training on COVID-19 response for MLS practitioners via zoom today. The focus was on Basic Concepts of Bio-safety & Mitigation Strategies, waste mgmt as well as QMS considerations in COVID-19 response.
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MLSCN felicitates with Abiola Fashina, the winner of ISN Medical Laboratory Scientist of the year 2020. We celebrate him on this giant feat and pray for more greater accomplishments in his future endeavors. Accept our hearty congratulations!
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MLSCN wishes to felicitate with one of her own, Prof Teddy Adias on his appointment as the Vice Chancellor of Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State Nigeria. This is wishing him a fruitful tenure in office.
Ms Ndidiamaka Okafor, a Cross River State-based Medical Laboratory Scientist has been appointed MLSCN Ambassador on Malaria Microscopy. The honor was announced by the Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor while receiving Okafor from Kenya where MLSCN had sponsored her for further exposure
Heads of Medical Laboratory Science Departments from Schools of Health Technology in Nigeria will converge at the MLSCN headquarters in Abuja on February 20th, 2024. They're to rub minds with management on how to push the frontiers of education for medical laboratory technicians.
Having met International Standards in demonstrated technical competence in the field of testing, MLSCN IVD Lab, gets NiNAS Accreditation (ISO/IEC 17025:2017)
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The MLSCN-owned Public Health In Vitro Diagnostics Laboratory, in Yaba, Lagos, has successfully been re-accredited to the ISO 17025:2017 standard by the Nigeria National Accreditation System (NiNAS).
MLSCN SAYS NO TO CONDITIONAL AND EMERGENCY USE OF COVID-19 ANTIBODY TEST KITS. The MLSCN empowered by law to validate diagnostic test kits in Nigeria had not validated any test kits for COVID-19. The general public is hereby alerted against the use of such kits.
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Today in History Medical Laboratory Science profession in Nigeria turns 51 with the enactment of IMLT Decree 56 of 1968 by the then Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon. Congratulations to all MLS practitioners for the giant strides attained so far.
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MLSCN commends FGN for making COVID-19 testing more accessible as the number of testing labs hit 12. While reiterating that RT-PCR is the gold Standard, noted that it has not validated any RTKs for detecting SARS-CoV-2 in Nig & urges MLS to remain safe & focused
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President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the reappointment of Dr Tosan Erhabor as the Registrar/CEO of MLSCN for a new tenure of four years with effect from June 9 2023. The Minister for State for Health, Hon Ekumankama Joseph Nkama conveyed the message yesterday
MLSCN is considering the request of Bloom Public Health, a reputable NGO dedicated to Laboratory strengthening and Diagnostics, to join forces to transform medical laboratories for improved healthcare outcomes.
The Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), yesterday, in Abuja, held a valedictory Top Management Committee meeting in tribute to the remarkable achievements of two retiring Directors, Dr Lawrena Okoro, Deputy Registrar (Inspection,
MLSCN held its 2nd sensitization training for MLS practitioners via zoom today. The focus was on PT in low resource setting, ISO 15189 requirement for quality & MLSCN licensure & new policies. It was quite rewarding.
MLSCN regrets the incidents at AKTH & other testing centres where Med. Lab. Scientists got infected with SARS-CoV-2.This shows the high risks involved with sampling & detection of the virus. High premium cover & proper PPE for MLS become imperative at this time.
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Covid -19 :We support the decision of FGN to expand the network of labs for testing. No doubt, rtPCR is the gold standard for detecting SARS CoV- 2. Building the capacity of Med Lab Scientists in molecular diagnosis, remains an inevitable priority, in this response.
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The Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor, today in Abuja, hosted the National Executives of the Nigerian Medical Laboratory Science Students Association who drew his attention to some of their challenges including delays in indexing of some of their members due to alleged breaches of
COVID-19: PROTECT YOURSELF, PREVENT THE SPREAD. As the confirmed cases of COVID -19 in Nigeria rises to 276, we are gradually entering into a phase of community transmission. MLS & other frontline care givers need to use the appropriate PPEs, donn &doff them accordingly.
Breaking News
The MLSCN owned National External Quality Assurance Laboratory (NEQAL), Saye, Zaria,with Technical support from IHVN have been granted ISO/IEC 17043 Accreditation by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS).
MLSCN Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor,today, urged Council staff to be more responsible in the handling of client's data entrusted to them.He spoke at the start of a three-day training organized to equip staff with the relevant knowledge and skills to better manage sensitive data.
The Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), yesterday in Abuja inaugurated a team of nine deserving employees to represent her as brand ambassadors, charging them to do their best to justify their selection.
Cheers as CBN approves the inclusion of MLSCN in the Project Implementation Team(PIT) & Interface MLSCN import permit with the e- form on the Trade Portal to regulate the importation of In-vitro Diagnostic products in Nig.
MLSCN lauds FGN's initiative of increased community testing and active case search at the grassroots. This has led to increased detection rate of COVID-19 in Nigeria and underscored evidence of successful strategy critical to COVID -19 response.
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MLSCN National Laboratory Equipment Calibration Centre has been granted accreditation to ISO 17025: 2017 as a Calibration Laboratory by the Kenya Accreditation Service. KENAS CEO, Martin Chesire said NALECC had satisfied the stipulated requirements.
MLSCN, today, held the 10th induction ceremony of foreign graduates of Medical Laboratory Science, in Abuja. Addressing the inductees, the Registrar, Dr. Tosan Ehrabor, urged them to maintain the highest level of professionalism as MLSCN has zero tolerance for unethical practices
In a meeting with Dean and heads of departments of Medical Laboratory Science in Nigeria Universities, today, the Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor urged them to use the MLSCN policy as benchmark for the training of Medical Laboratory science student to avoid sanctions.
Today, MLSCN makes official presentation of the Certificate of National Accreditation ISO 15189:2012 to Total Health Care Diagnostics, Bodija, Ibadan, Congratulations to Total Care Diagnostics on the attainment of this feat!
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The MLSCN Malaria Microscopy Ambassador, Ms. Ndidiamaka Okafor, was today, at the MLSCN headquarters officially decorated as such by the Registrar, Dr. Tosan Erhabor, who urged her to be a worthy champion against the scourge of malaria through her work as a microscopist.
MLSCN MOURNS
The management and staff of MLSCN commiserate with the Tabansi family on the demise of an Icon and the first home grown Chairman of the governing board of MLSCN, PA DUSTAN TABANSI. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
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Just in: In furtherance of the MLSCN's mandate, the Governing Board Chairman, Prof. Muhammad Yelwa Gwarzo commissions the Laboratory Building at the MLSCN Headquarters, Abuja.
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BREAKING NEWS
The Governing Board of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria, have appointed Mr Tosan Erhabor as the substantive Registrar / CEO of MLSCN. This appointment which takes effect from 19/6/19 is for a term of four years.
The Governing Board and Management wish all MLSCN's staff and Medical Laboratory Science practitioners, happy workers' day while running with the 2021workers' day theme of "maintaining safety and security in the workplace". Congratulations!
The Registrar is pleased to announce the partnership between MLSCN and Med Lab West Africa for the forthcoming conference scheduled from April 22nd - 24th,at the Landmark Center in Lagos, Nigeria. Register and participate as MLSCN look forward to welcoming you at the Conference.
MLSCN has introduced an External Quality Assessment / Proficiency Testing) EQA/PT software, transitioning from analog to digital platforms. Implementing partners attended a one-day training session led by the PT-Coordinator/NEQAC and the software developer, Prof. Anthony Akpan.
The new AMLSN executives led by the president, Dr. Casmir ifeanyi, today, visited MLSCN. The president said they came to resolve any differences with the Council for the good of the profession.
The Governing Board & Management of MLSCN felicitate with Muslim Medical Laboratory Science Practitioners and the entire Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the successful completion of this year Ramadan Fast. May Allah accept it as an act of worship. Hearty congratulations!
MLSCN reiterates FGN's caution to Health Care practitioners on the need to protect themselves against COVID-19 infection. This is by adhering to government regulations including wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment and donning & doffing them accordingly .
The mgmt & staff of MLSCN returned all glory to God as the MLSCN 2005 accident survivors marked 15years survival anniversary (27/8/ 2020) at the MLSCN golden arena.
MLSCN today signed an MOU with frontline NGO, Bloom Public Health, to strengthen medical laboratory practice beginning from the primary health care level.
The Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor has called on Heads of Medical Laboratory Science Departments in Nigerian Universities to develop strategies to raise the standard of education in their departments. He said this during a meeting today in Abuja,
Proprietors of newly approved colleges of health technology were yesterday urged to avail their students of the highest standard of training in line with MLSCN guidelines for the training of medical laboratory technicians.
The Governing Board, Management and Staff of the MLSCN salute our former Registrar/CEO, Prof. A.O Emeribe, on the occasion of his birthday. We wish him more healthy years of outstanding accomplishments. Congratulations sir.
The Registrar/CEO, Dr Tosan Erhabor earlier today, in Abuja, expressed confidence in the assessors of
mobilized for the just-concluded September/October 2023 Medical Laboratory Technicians National
Examinations.
The Ag.Registrar/CEO on behalf of MLSCN heartily congratulates Babajide Bamiro, a Med Lab Sct, on his recertification as Level 1 WHO Malaria Microscopist and on blazing the trail of 3rd time (2010, 2015 and 2019) recertification back to back. Congratulations!!!
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A delegation from the Young Medical Laboratory Scientists Forum, today, paid a courtesy visit to the Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor. They said they came to intimate the Registrar of their challenges and concerns, and proffer ideas to advance the profession.
The Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor has assured that MLSCN would, in addition to Quality, and Safety, focus on Sustainability as one of the three pillars of its regulatory function. He said this while receiving the certificate of re-accreditation
The Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor, flanked by elders of the MLS profession, Prof Dennis Agbonlahor (L) and Chief Bona Nlemadim at the on- going Opening Ceremony of the AMLSN National Conference in Ado - Ekiti.
The Registrar/CEO, MLSCN, Dr Tosan Erhabor urges christian MLS practitioners to celebrate Easter with sacrifice, thanksgiving, love and humility as these are some of the essence of the period as Christ died and resurrected to redeem mankind from sin.
The Managing Director, Independent Television (ITV), Engr. Elvis Obaseki and his team today visited the Registrar , Dr. Tosan Erhabor in Abuja, to explore ways of further projecting the activities of MLSCN to the public
The Registrar/CEO, MLSCN, Dr Tosan Erhabor today continued his push for quality medical laboratory diagnosis in Nigeria as he presented ISO 15189: 2012 Accreditation Certificate to Afriglobal Medicare Ltd, Lagos.
Following the MLSCN Independent Advisory Committee (IAC) Meeting held on the 11th March, 2024, three (3) additional medical laboratory facilities have been granted ISO 15189:2012 Accreditation. They are as follows:1. Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital,
Link Medical Diagnostic and Research Laboratories, Owerri, Imo State receives ISO 15189:2012 Accreditation from MLSCN Accreditation Service today. This is the first Private medical Laboratory to be so honoured in the South Eastern region of Nigeria.
Heads of Department of Medical Laboratory Technician in Colleges & Schools of Health Technology yesterday met with MLSCN management in Abuja. The aim, according to the Registrar was to improve standards and practices relating to health laboratory technician education in Nigeria.
A team of carefully selected examination markers yesterday converged at the MLSCN HQ to commence the marking of Medical Laboratory Technicians April examination organized by the Council. In his remarks,
The Minister of State for Health, Hon.
Joseph Ekumankama yesterday visited MLSCN to familiarize himself with its activities. After a guided tour of the agency, he expressed satisfaction with MLSCN contributions to the health sector,urging the Management to maintain the good work
In a meeting with Heads of Schools and Colleges of Health Technology, in Abuja yesterday, the Registrar, Dr Tosan Erhabor, solicited their unwavering support and commitment to the Council, urging them to align their efforts with the Council’s mission and vision.
The Registrar/ CEO, Dr Tosan Erhabor, while addressing the AGM of the Association of Female Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria in Enugu, today, encouraged participants to unite to accomplish their entrepreneurial goals and remain relevant in the scheme of things.
MLSCN has congratulated one of her staff, Mr Paulinus Ofutalu, on the Merit Award bestowed on him by the Guild of Medical Laboratory Directors, Lagos State Branch. The award was in recognition of Ofutalu's commitment to quality service, as Lab Manager, MLSCN's IVD Laboratory
The Governing Board, Management and Staff of the MLSCN wish all Medical Laboratory Science Practitioners a merry Christmas & a prosperous 2020. May the joy & love of the season fill our various homes and profession.
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The Registrar, Dr. Tosan Erhabor yesterday presented the National Laboratory Equipment Calibration Center (NaLECC) certificate of ISO Accreditation to Hon. Minister of State, Hon. Joseph Ekumankama.
MLSCN regrets the incidents at AKTH & other testing centres where Med. Lab. Scientists got infected with SARS-CoV-2.This shows the high risks involved with sampling & detection of the virus. High premium cover & proper PPE for MLS become imperative at this time.
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The Registrar/CEO, Dr. Tosan Erhabor, today in Abuja urged stakeholders to join hands with the Council to uphold the integrity of her examinations to ensure that those licensed to join the profession merit it.
You are hereby invited to MLSCN Press Briefing on the progress report on validation of SARS-CoV-2 infection (COVID-19) Test Kits ( Batch 2 )
Date: Tuesday 13th October 2020
Time: 11am
Venue:MLSCN HDQTRS, Plot 1166 Umar Mohammed Lane, Durumi Abuja
Please be Punctual.
The Registrar/CEO, MLSCN, Dr Tosan Erhabor, laying the foundation for the Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science at the Achievers University, Owo. He was accompanied by the Pro Chancellor of the University, Hon. Dr Bode Ayorinde, who promised to complete the building expeditiously
The Registrar, Dr. Tosan Erhabor, has urged stakeholders to join hands with the Council to further promote quality in medical laboratory testing across the country. He made the call while inaugurating the Proficiency Testing Corrective Action Team (PT-CAT)
MLSCN today joined other accrediting agencies all over the world to celebrate the 2022 World Accreditation Day with the theme “Accreditation: Sustainability in Economic Growth and the Environment
Heads of Medical Laboratory Technician programs in Schools and Colleges of Health Technology have been urged to endeavor to keep abreast of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) policies and programs, in view of the upcoming national examinations.
MLSCN today commenced the training of her staff involved in the evaluation and validation of IVDs to better understand the WHO pre-qualification process and the concept of Collaborative Registration Procedure. The program facilitated by Jhpiego is taking place in Lagos.
The Registrar, Dr. Tosan Erhabor, today encouraged collaboration among West African nations to enhance laboratory capacities within the sub region. Represented by Dr Donald Ofili, Deputy Registrar Accreditation Services ,