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•Advocates strengthening of Nigeria’s healthcare, technology systems using STEM
PPC Limited has called for stronger investment in women pursuing careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), emphasising that greater female participation in these fields will play a critical role in strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare systems and accelerating technology-driven development.
As Nigeria continues to expand its digital infrastructure and adopt advanced healthcare technologies, industry leaders say the country must unlock the full potential of its workforce by creating more opportunities for women in STEM-related careers.
According to the General Manager, Systems Engineering at PPC Limited, Adetola Ibironke, increasing female participation in engineering and technology is essential to building sustainable infrastructure and driving innovation.
“Women bring valuable perspectives to engineering and technology. Expanding access to STEM education, mentorship, and career opportunities for women will not only strengthen Nigeria’s technology ecosystem but also, through empathetic leadership, support the development of more resilient infrastructure and healthcare systems,” Ibironke said.
Ibironke also added that women are known to foster a collaborative environment key to successful research and development. Their strong curiosity trait would also help crack difficult, high-level technical issues.
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“Nigeria’s healthcare sector is also undergoing rapid transformation, with greater reliance on advanced diagnostic equipment, digital health systems, and medical technologies. Building a diverse and skilled workforce capable of deploying and maintaining these systems will be vital to improving healthcare delivery,” the general manager said.
Also, the Head of Diagnostics Services at PPC Limited, Dr Emmanuel Iyere, noted that encouraging more women to pursue careers in healthcare technology and biomedical innovation would help drive progress in the sector.
“Healthcare today is increasingly technology-driven. From diagnostic imaging to digital health systems, these innovations require skilled professionals who understand both technology and patient care. Encouraging more women to participate in STEM fields will strengthen Nigeria’s capacity to deliver quality healthcare and support long-term innovation,” Iyere said.
“Experts say achieving this will require stronger collaboration between government, industry, and educational institutions to expand STEM education opportunities for girls and young women. Scholarships, mentorship programmes, internships, and industry partnerships can play a key role in closing the gender gap and preparing the next generation of innovators,” Dr Iyere pointed out.
Iyere also noted that industry stakeholders should understand that empowering more women in STEM will not only expand opportunities for individuals but also help Nigeria strengthen its healthcare system, accelerate technological advancement, and drive sustainable economic growth
