Kofoworola Abeni Pratt
Pioneer Chief Nursing Officer of Nigeria
Born
1910
116 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Nigeria
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First black Chief Nursing Officer of Nigeria. Led efforts to improve nursing education and practice within the country. Played a significant role in establishing nursing standards and promoting the profession. Advocated for the health and well-being of Nigerians through various healthcare initiatives.
First black Chief Nursing Officer of Nigeria
Established nursing education standards in Nigeria
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