Mentoring Key to Stem Nigeria’s Brain Drain — Ogunsola

Mentorship could serve as a vital tool in Nigeria's efforts to retain young doctors, combating the persistent "brain drain" of medical professionals seeking opportunities abroad. Professor Folasade Ogunsola, Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos, highlighted this potential, emphasizing that mentorship programs can equip aspiring physicians with essential leadership, financial, and career development skills that extend beyond their core medical education. The initiative aims to foster a more supportive and rewarding environment within Nigeria's healthcare sector, encouraging doctors to build their careers domestically. By providing guidance and fostering professional growth, these programs seek to address the factors that drive medical talent to seek opportunities in other countries. The success of such mentorship initiatives could significantly bolster Nigeria's healthcare system by ensuring a stable and skilled medical workforce. This approach focuses on nurturing talent from within and creating pathways for career advancement and satisfaction within the country.

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Mentorship could become one of Nigeria’s most effective tools for retaining young doctors, even as the country continues to lose medical professionals to opportunities abroad.