Nigerian Medical Association (NMA)

Type: Professional Body · Healthcare · National

Location: Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

Founded: 1951

Status: ✅ Verified

About

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) is the umbrella professional body for medical doctors in Nigeria. Founded in 1951, the NMA represents physicians across all 36 states and the FCT, advocating for the welfare of its members, the advancement of medical education, and the health of the Nigerian public. It is affiliated with the World Medical Association and the Commonwealth Medical Association.

Key Statistics

• Members: 72,000+
• State Chapters: 37
• Profiles Listed: 4,200+
• Founded: 1951

State Chapters

• Lagos State Chapter
• Abuja (FCT) Chapter
• Enugu Chapter
• Rivers State Chapter
• Kano Chapter
• Anambra Chapter
• + 31 more chapters

Featured Members

• Dr. Chidi Okafor — Physician, Abuja
• Dr. Amara Osei — General Practitioner, Accra
• Dr. John Kamau — Founder, Nairobi
• Dr. Tolu Adeyemi — Surgeon, Lagos

Affiliated Institutions

• University of Lagos
• Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH)
• University of Ibadan
• University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Upcoming Events

• NMA Annual General Meeting — Oct 14–17, 2026 · Abuja
• National Health Summit — Nov 2, 2026 · Lagos

Membership

Open to licensed medical doctors registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.

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