About Us
About Us
The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)
The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular services, haematology, and general medical and surgical services. It is complemented by research and education facilities.
AMCE provides exceptional medical care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means.
Backed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, AMCE Abuja is the first of five such hospital, research, and education centres planned for development on the African continent.
The African Medical Centre of Excellence is being implemented in four phases over five years, and has commenced operations with a 170-bed specialist hospital that will later be expanded to a 500-bed facility, with the capacity to provide services to more than 200,000 patients in Nigeria and another 150,000 patients from neighbouring West African countries within its first five years of operation.
The institution is a beacon of hope for the future of healthcare in Africa and has within its first few months of operation become the employer and healthcare provider of choice across West Africa.
Our Mission
The African Medical Centre of Excellence will make a decisive impact on non-communicable diseases in Global Africa by providing world-class clinical services complemented by education and research programs.
Our Vision
To make a significant and measurable positive impact on non-communicable disease care and recovery in Global Africa.
Our Values
Board and Management
Board Members
Prof. Benedict O. Oramah
Prof. Benedict O. Oramah,
Prof. Benedict Oramah holds a PhD in Agricultural Economics obtained in 1991 and has been decorated as a Professor of International Trade and Finance by Adeleke University, one of Nigeria’s foremost private universities in 2018. Prof. Oramah worked as the Assistant Manager, Research, for the Nigerian Export-Import Bank from 1992 to 1994 before joining the African Export-Import Bank as Chief Analyst in 1994, rising to the position of Senior Director, Planning and Business Development Department, in 2007. He was appointed to the position of Executive Vice President of the Bank in October 2008, a position he held until his appointment as President in June 2015 during the 22nd Annual General meeting in Lusaka, Zambia and he was inaugurated in September 2015. Prof. Oramah has written over 30 articles on a range of African economic and trade related matters, many of which have been published in leading international journals.
Prof. Benedict Oramah has received numerous awards for his leadership. In 2023, he was named Africa’s “Person of the Year” by Forbes and awarded the Officer of the Congolese Order of Merit. In 2022, he received the Commander of the Order of the Niger and the Financial Leadership Award from the Africa Prosperity Network. His 2019 honors included the Russian Federation’s Order of Friendship and the Knight of the National Order from Cameroon. Oramah has been recognized as “Business Leader of the Year” at CNBC Africa’s awards and multiple times as “African Banker of the Year.” He has also been listed among the 100 most influential Africans by New African Magazine and Jeune Afrique, and holds honorary doctorates from Obafemi Awolowo University and Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Prof. Benedict O. Oramah,
Prof. Benedict Oramah holds a PhD in Agricultural Economics obtained in 1991 and has been decorated as a Professor of International Trade and Finance by Adeleke University, one of Nigeria’s foremost private universities in 2018. Prof. Oramah worked as the Assistant Manager, Research, for the Nigerian Export-Import Bank from 1992 to 1994 before joining the African Export-Import Bank as Chief Analyst in 1994, rising to the position of Senior Director, Planning and Business Development Department, in 2007. He was appointed to the position of Executive Vice President of the Bank in October 2008, a position he held until his appointment as President in June 2015 during the 22nd Annual General meeting in Lusaka, Zambia and he was inaugurated in September 2015. Prof. Oramah has written over 30 articles on a range of African economic and trade related matters, many of which have been published in leading international journals.
Prof. Benedict Oramah has received numerous awards for his leadership. In 2023, he was named Africa’s “Person of the Year” by Forbes and awarded the Officer of the Congolese Order of Merit. In 2022, he received the Commander of the Order of the Niger and the Financial Leadership Award from the Africa Prosperity Network. His 2019 honors included the Russian Federation’s Order of Friendship and the Knight of the National Order from Cameroon. Oramah has been recognized as “Business Leader of the Year” at CNBC Africa’s awards and multiple times as “African Banker of the Year.” He has also been listed among the 100 most influential Africans by New African Magazine and Jeune Afrique, and holds honorary doctorates from Obafemi Awolowo University and Nnamdi Azikiwe University
HE. Mohammed Namadi Sambo
HE. Mohammed Namadi Sambo
His Excellency, Mohammed Namadi Sambo, GCON, FNIA
Former Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria (2010 – 2015)
Arc. Mohammed Sambo is a renowned architect and an elder statesman with tremendous experience in both private and public sectors.
He was the Founder and Chairman of Coplan Associates, Nalado Nigeria Limited and Manyatta Engineering Services Limited, providing; Architectural, Engineering and Project Management Services. major Engineering Construction works and Procurement Services.
He also served on the Board of Directors of Total Nigeria Limited among various others.
He was a former Commissioner of Agriculture and Commissioner for Works, Transport and Housing with the Kaduna State Government between 1986 to 1991 before venturing into his private businesses.
He became the Executive Governor of Kaduna State of Nigeria from 2007 to 2010 and later became Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015.
He led the ECOWAS Observation Mission to the Presidential elections in December, 2020 and the run-off Presidential election in the Republic of Niger in February, 2021,
He also led the ECOWAS Observation Mission to the Presidential elections held in Ghana in December, 2024.
He was the Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Chancellor of Baze University, Abuja.
He is currently an Honorary Chairman of Africa Power and Development Advisor (APDA); an International Financial Investment and Advisory outfit.
He is also a member of the Board of Directors of African Medical Centre of Excellence Limited (AMCE); an establishment of African Export and Import Bank (Afreximbank) to promote Intra-African medical services.
HE. Mohammed Namadi Sambo
His Excellency, Mohammed Namadi Sambo, GCON, FNIA
Former Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria (2010 – 2015)
Arc. Mohammed Sambo is a renowned architect and an elder statesman with tremendous experience in both private and public sectors.
He was the Founder and Chairman of Coplan Associates, Nalado Nigeria Limited and Manyatta Engineering Services Limited, providing; Architectural, Engineering and Project Management Services. major Engineering Construction works and Procurement Services.
He also served on the Board of Directors of Total Nigeria Limited among various others.
He was a former Commissioner of Agriculture and Commissioner for Works, Transport and Housing with the Kaduna State Government between 1986 to 1991 before venturing into his private businesses.
He became the Executive Governor of Kaduna State of Nigeria from 2007 to 2010 and later became Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015.
He led the ECOWAS Observation Mission to the Presidential elections in December, 2020 and the run-off Presidential election in the Republic of Niger in February, 2021,
He also led the ECOWAS Observation Mission to the Presidential elections held in Ghana in December, 2024.
He was the Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Chancellor of Baze University, Abuja.
He is currently an Honorary Chairman of Africa Power and Development Advisor (APDA); an International Financial Investment and Advisory outfit.
He is also a member of the Board of Directors of African Medical Centre of Excellence Limited (AMCE); an establishment of African Export and Import Bank (Afreximbank) to promote Intra-African medical services.
Dr Anwar Alhaq
Dr Anwar Alhaq
Dr Anwar Alhaq is the Genomics Programme Director at King’s College Hospital, London, and a prominent figure in the field of genomics and AI. He serves on the board of the South-East Genomics Laboratory Hub/Genomics Medicine Service Alliance and has recently been appointed as Chair of the Advisory Board of the King’s Genomics Facility at King’s College London (KCL).
As the co-director of the AI/Cogstack programme at King’s, Dr Alhaq is at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence into clinical practice. He is one of the principal investigators in NHS England’s Networks of Excellence in AI, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in healthcare technology.
In addition to his roles in the UK, Dr Alhaq is a Clinical Medical Advisor to the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), where he leads the strategy for developing a network of African Medical Centres of Excellence (AMCE). He is a non-executive director of the first AMCE in Abuja, Nigeria, which focuses on cancer, cardiovascular disease, and haematological medicine.
Dr Alhaq has an extensive background in clinical and operational leadership. He served as Chief Clinical Scientist at King’s College Hospital from 2016 to 2022 and was a non-executive director of Viapath Pathology from 2012 to 2018. His contributions to pathology services include several key roles within KingsPath and Viapath pathology services, as well as serving as an operational lead and board member of the South-East pathology Transformation Programme from 2018 to 2021. He played a pivotal role as the operational lead for the 100,000 Genomes Project at King’s College Hospital from 2014 to 2018.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr Alhaq was seconded to the NHS Test & Trace programme, where he significantly expanded the SARS-CoV-2 PCR testing capacity both locally and nationally. His efforts established a robust framework for validating new SARS-CoV-2 testing methods, contributing to the global fight against the pandemic.
Dr Alhaq’s expertise and dedication continue to drive innovation and excellence in genomics, AI, and clinical medicine.
Dr Anwar Alhaq
Dr Anwar Alhaq is the Genomics Programme Director at King’s College Hospital, London, and a prominent figure in the field of genomics and AI. He serves on the board of the South-East Genomics Laboratory Hub/Genomics Medicine Service Alliance and has recently been appointed as Chair of the Advisory Board of the King’s Genomics Facility at King’s College London (KCL).
As the co-director of the AI/Cogstack programme at King’s, Dr Alhaq is at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence into clinical practice. He is one of the principal investigators in NHS England’s Networks of Excellence in AI, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in healthcare technology.
In addition to his roles in the UK, Dr Alhaq is a Clinical Medical Advisor to the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), where he leads the strategy for developing a network of African Medical Centres of Excellence (AMCE). He is a non-executive director of the first AMCE in Abuja, Nigeria, which focuses on cancer, cardiovascular disease, and haematological medicine.
Dr Alhaq has an extensive background in clinical and operational leadership. He served as Chief Clinical Scientist at King’s College Hospital from 2016 to 2022 and was a non-executive director of Viapath Pathology from 2012 to 2018. His contributions to pathology services include several key roles within KingsPath and Viapath pathology services, as well as serving as an operational lead and board member of the South-East pathology Transformation Programme from 2018 to 2021. He played a pivotal role as the operational lead for the 100,000 Genomes Project at King’s College Hospital from 2014 to 2018.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr Alhaq was seconded to the NHS Test & Trace programme, where he significantly expanded the SARS-CoV-2 PCR testing capacity both locally and nationally. His efforts established a robust framework for validating new SARS-CoV-2 testing methods, contributing to the global fight against the pandemic.
Dr Alhaq’s expertise and dedication continue to drive innovation and excellence in genomics, AI, and clinical medicine.
Ms. Oluranti Doherty
Ms. Oluranti Doherty
Ms. Oluranti Doherty is Managing Director, Export Development Division at African Export Import Bank (the “Bank”). In her current role, she oversees the Bank’s products and programmes that support long-term financing interventions to facilitate the development of projects in light and heavy manufacturing, agro-processing, extractives, trade enabling infrastructure, hospitality and healthcare sectors. She also oversees the Bank’s initiatives which supports the development of African Quality Assurance Centres (“AQACs”), African Medical Centres of Excellence (“AMCEs”) as well as Industrial Parks (“IPs”) and Special Economic Zones (“SEZs”) across Africa.
Ms. Doherty has over 22 years’ work experience that cuts across financial advisory, project finance, project development, credit analysis and structuring. She has varied experience providing advisory services on fund raising (debt and equity), sale documents development (business plans and information memorandums), business valuations, mergers and acquisition to several multi-national companies, private and public-sector clients across sectors such as financial services, energy, healthcare, hospitality and manufacturing. More recently, in her current role, Ms. Doherty has also provided advisory services to national governments and export development agencies on formulating industrial policies, designing and implementation of national export diversification and industrialization programmes.
She has a good knowledge of project and infrastructure financing having spent over 15 years originating, structuring and funding transactions across African countries in collaboration with local and regional financial institutions, international banks as well as regional and international Development Finance Institutions (DFIs)/Multilateral Finance Institutions (MFIs).
Ms. Doherty is an alumnus of the IMD Business School, Lausanne, Switzerland; University of Leicester, United Kingdom; and Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Nigeria. She is also a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).
Ms. Oluranti Doherty
Ms. Oluranti Doherty is Managing Director, Export Development Division at African Export Import Bank (the “Bank”). In her current role, she oversees the Bank’s products and programmes that support long-term financing interventions to facilitate the development of projects in light and heavy manufacturing, agro-processing, extractives, trade enabling infrastructure, hospitality and healthcare sectors. She also oversees the Bank’s initiatives which supports the development of African Quality Assurance Centres (“AQACs”), African Medical Centres of Excellence (“AMCEs”) as well as Industrial Parks (“IPs”) and Special Economic Zones (“SEZs”) across Africa.
Ms. Doherty has over 22 years’ work experience that cuts across financial advisory, project finance, project development, credit analysis and structuring. She has varied experience providing advisory services on fund raising (debt and equity), sale documents development (business plans and information memorandums), business valuations, mergers and acquisition to several multi-national companies, private and public-sector clients across sectors such as financial services, energy, healthcare, hospitality and manufacturing. More recently, in her current role, Ms. Doherty has also provided advisory services to national governments and export development agencies on formulating industrial policies, designing and implementation of national export diversification and industrialization programmes.
She has a good knowledge of project and infrastructure financing having spent over 15 years originating, structuring and funding transactions across African countries in collaboration with local and regional financial institutions, international banks as well as regional and international Development Finance Institutions (DFIs)/Multilateral Finance Institutions (MFIs).
Ms. Doherty is an alumnus of the IMD Business School, Lausanne, Switzerland; University of Leicester, United Kingdom; and Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Nigeria. She is also a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).
Mr. Amr Kamel
Mr. Amr Kamel
He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics from the American University in Cairo and an MBA in Finance from City University, USA.
He is a veteran banker with forty years of banking experience during which he worked with several international banks, including Bank of America and J.P. Morgan Chase, in various capacities and departments ranging from origination, documentary credits, treasury, credit administration and trade finance.
He joined the Pan-African Multilateral Trade Finance Institution, the African Export – Import Bank (Afreximbank) in 1995 as one of the nucleus staff where he was involved in setting up the operations of the Bank.
He then progressed through the ranks of Afreximbank until he reached the position of Executive Vice President, Business Development & Corporate Banking, the position he held till retirement in 2022. He was then selected to become a non-executive chairman of the Board of the Arab International Bank, a position he holds till today.
Mr. Kamel has attended many courses in banking and finance and has been a speaker at several international conferences on trade development and commodity finance.
Mr. Amr Kamel
He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics from the American University in Cairo and an MBA in Finance from City University, USA.
He is a veteran banker with forty years of banking experience during which he worked with several international banks, including Bank of America and J.P. Morgan Chase, in various capacities and departments ranging from origination, documentary credits, treasury, credit administration and trade finance.
He joined the Pan-African Multilateral Trade Finance Institution, the African Export – Import Bank (Afreximbank) in 1995 as one of the nucleus staff where he was involved in setting up the operations of the Bank.
He then progressed through the ranks of Afreximbank until he reached the position of Executive Vice President, Business Development & Corporate Banking, the position he held till retirement in 2022. He was then selected to become a non-executive chairman of the Board of the Arab International Bank, a position he holds till today.
Mr. Kamel has attended many courses in banking and finance and has been a speaker at several international conferences on trade development and commodity finance.
Dr. Adedayo A. Onitilo
Dr. Adedayo A. Onitilo
Dr. Adedayo A. Onitilo, MD, PhD, MSCR, FACP is the director of Cancer Care and Research Center at Marshfield Clinic Health System (MCHS). He is a principal investigator of WiNCORP, which provides access to NCI-sponsored clinical trials to more than 680,000 people in Wisconsin, and parts of Michigan, Iowa and Minnesota. Also, Dr. Onitilo is a principal investigator for various pharmaceutical clinical trials at MCHS. He is editor-in-chief for Clinical Medicine and Research, a publication of original scientific medical research. He also holds a clinical faculty position at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Onitilo enjoys working in the Health System because it allows him to practice exceptional medicine and conduct landmark research.
In his spare time, you’ll find Dr. Onitilo displaying his ping-pong skills or working on his golf game. As a physician who has lived and practiced throughout the world, he loves to travel and meet new people. He is happily married with children.
Dr. Onitilo is a board certified in internal medicine, hematology, medical oncology, and hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree at Ogun State University in Nigeria. He did his residency at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons – Harlem Hospital in New York. Dr. Onitilo completed a fellowship in oncology/hematology and earned a master of science degree in clinical research at the Medical University of South Carolina. He earned a doctorate degree in epidemiology from The University of Queensland, Australia. Dr. Onitilo is a member of the Wisconsin chapter of the American Cancer Society and Wisconsin Cancer Council steering committee
Dr. Adedayo A. Onitilo
Dr. Adedayo A. Onitilo, MD, PhD, MSCR, FACP is the director of Cancer Care and Research Center at Marshfield Clinic Health System (MCHS). He is a principal investigator of WiNCORP, which provides access to NCI-sponsored clinical trials to more than 680,000 people in Wisconsin, and parts of Michigan, Iowa and Minnesota. Also, Dr. Onitilo is a principal investigator for various pharmaceutical clinical trials at MCHS. He is editor-in-chief for Clinical Medicine and Research, a publication of original scientific medical research. He also holds a clinical faculty position at the University of Wisconsin. Dr. Onitilo enjoys working in the Health System because it allows him to practice exceptional medicine and conduct landmark research.
In his spare time, you’ll find Dr. Onitilo displaying his ping-pong skills or working on his golf game. As a physician who has lived and practiced throughout the world, he loves to travel and meet new people. He is happily married with children.
Dr. Onitilo is a board certified in internal medicine, hematology, medical oncology, and hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree at Ogun State University in Nigeria. He did his residency at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons – Harlem Hospital in New York. Dr. Onitilo completed a fellowship in oncology/hematology and earned a master of science degree in clinical research at the Medical University of South Carolina. He earned a doctorate degree in epidemiology from The University of Queensland, Australia. Dr. Onitilo is a member of the Wisconsin chapter of the American Cancer Society and Wisconsin Cancer Council steering committee
Prof. Ghulam Mufti
Prof. Ghulam Mufti
Professor Ghulam J Mufti is head of the department of haematological medicine at Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’s hospitals, King’s College London. In addition, Professor Mufti is the Clinical Director of Laboratories Sciences and a non-executive director of King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Professor Ghulam Mufti has extensive clinical and research expertise in leukaemias, lymphomas and in particular myelodysplastic syndromes, for which he is internationally renowned. His particular area of research has focused on molecular aberrations in MDS/AML and the identification of novel therapies that include gene and cell based therapies. He has published 400+ papers and chapters in scientific journals and textbooks on leukaemias and MDS.
He heads the research groups at King’s working on the molecular genetics of MDS/aplastic anaemia/AML, and is a member of the working group that produced national and international guidelines on the treatment and prognosis of MDS. He is a founding member and chair of the UK MDS Forum. He is also a member of the European Bone Marrow Transplantation Group and a founding member of the Board of the International Myelodysplastic foundation, for which his department at King’s College Hospital is a recognised Centre of Excellence.
Beyond his contributions to haematology, Professor Mufti plays a key role in the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE). His efforts aim to improve access to high-quality medical care across Africa, reducing reliance on overseas medical treatment. In recognition of his impact, Afreximbank has established a scholarship fund in his name to support African students in medical training and has approved a $300,000 research grant for haematology projects proposed by Professor Mufti.
Professor Ghulam Mufti is recognised as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change in healthcare on the continent.
Prof. Ghulam Mufti
Professor Ghulam J Mufti is head of the department of haematological medicine at Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’s hospitals, King’s College London. In addition, Professor Mufti is the Clinical Director of Laboratories Sciences and a non-executive director of King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Professor Ghulam Mufti has extensive clinical and research expertise in leukaemias, lymphomas and in particular myelodysplastic syndromes, for which he is internationally renowned. His particular area of research has focused on molecular aberrations in MDS/AML and the identification of novel therapies that include gene and cell based therapies. He has published 400+ papers and chapters in scientific journals and textbooks on leukaemias and MDS.
He heads the research groups at King’s working on the molecular genetics of MDS/aplastic anaemia/AML, and is a member of the working group that produced national and international guidelines on the treatment and prognosis of MDS. He is a founding member and chair of the UK MDS Forum. He is also a member of the European Bone Marrow Transplantation Group and a founding member of the Board of the International Myelodysplastic foundation, for which his department at King’s College Hospital is a recognised Centre of Excellence.
Beyond his contributions to haematology, Professor Mufti plays a key role in the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE). His efforts aim to improve access to high-quality medical care across Africa, reducing reliance on overseas medical treatment. In recognition of his impact, Afreximbank has established a scholarship fund in his name to support African students in medical training and has approved a $300,000 research grant for haematology projects proposed by Professor Mufti.
Professor Ghulam Mufti is recognised as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change in healthcare on the continent.
Mr. Emmanuel Assiak
Mr. Emmanuel Assiak
Mr. Emmanuel Assiak is the Chief Investment Officer at FEDA.
He joined FEDA in 2019 as a Director, where he has played a pioneering role in establishing and operationalising the organization. This work has included the implementation of required service infrastructure (people, processes and systems) and leading the execution of FEDA’s first four equity deals and commitments in other strategic investments and partnerships – amounting to about USD300 million. Mr. Assiak has three decades of experience in financial services spanning banking and private equity. In his over 15 years of private equity experience, Mr. Assiak has played active roles in raising and deploying over USD1.5 billion in funds and equity transactions.
Mr. Assiak holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s in Economics from the University of Cross River State and the University of Lagos, Nigeria respectively. He also holds an MBA from Manchester Business School, United Kingdom. He is a Certified Accountant and an alumnus of the Coller Institute of Private Equity, London Business School, United Kingdom.
Mr. Emmanuel Assiak
Mr. Emmanuel Assiak is the Chief Investment Officer at FEDA.
He joined FEDA in 2019 as a Director, where he has played a pioneering role in establishing and operationalising the organization. This work has included the implementation of required service infrastructure (people, processes and systems) and leading the execution of FEDA’s first four equity deals and commitments in other strategic investments and partnerships – amounting to about USD300 million. Mr. Assiak has three decades of experience in financial services spanning banking and private equity. In his over 15 years of private equity experience, Mr. Assiak has played active roles in raising and deploying over USD1.5 billion in funds and equity transactions.
Mr. Assiak holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s in Economics from the University of Cross River State and the University of Lagos, Nigeria respectively. He also holds an MBA from Manchester Business School, United Kingdom. He is a Certified Accountant and an alumnus of the Coller Institute of Private Equity, London Business School, United Kingdom.
Management Team
Brian Deaver
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Deaver – Chief Executive Officer
Brian Deaver serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing over 29 years of senior leadership experience in the healthcare industry.
He began his career as Chief Financial Officer at Idaho Emergency Physicians and has since held key executive roles in healthcare consulting firms and hospital systems across the United States. His leadership journey includes serving as Executive Vice President at HMC HealthWorks and Alea Health LLC, Senior Vice President at Surgical Care Affiliates, Division President at Triad Hospitals, and CEO of Samaritan Surgicenters. Prior to joining AMCE, Mr. Deaver was the President of Bard Castle LLC, a healthcare consulting firm. He holds a Master of Business Administration in Health Policy and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
With his extensive experience in healthcare strategy, operations, and financial management, Mr. Deaver is leading AMCE’s mission to establish a world-class medical institution that will redefine healthcare excellence in the region.
Brian Deaver – Chief Executive Officer
Brian Deaver serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing over 29 years of senior leadership experience in the healthcare industry.
He began his career as Chief Financial Officer at Idaho Emergency Physicians and has since held key executive roles in healthcare consulting firms and hospital systems across the United States. His leadership journey includes serving as Executive Vice President at HMC HealthWorks and Alea Health LLC, Senior Vice President at Surgical Care Affiliates, Division President at Triad Hospitals, and CEO of Samaritan Surgicenters. Prior to joining AMCE, Mr. Deaver was the President of Bard Castle LLC, a healthcare consulting firm. He holds a Master of Business Administration in Health Policy and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
With his extensive experience in healthcare strategy, operations, and financial management, Mr. Deaver is leading AMCE’s mission to establish a world-class medical institution that will redefine healthcare excellence in the region.
Dr. Anshul Govila
Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Anshul Govila – Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Anshul Govila is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing to the role more than 20 years of experience in surgery, governance, corporate strategy, hospital operations, performance improvement, and value creation. Dr Govila has held key leadership roles in renowned healthcare institutions worldwide.
Most recently, he served as executive Director of Strategy of the Middle East’s largest private healthcare group at Saudi German Health, where he was responsible for the group’s expansion into pharmaceutical manufacturing and served as a key advisor to the owner of the group on several private equity ventures. As Director of Strategy and Operations at Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital in the United Arab Emirates, he was responsible for the group’s expansion and commissioning. Prior to that, he was Deputy Chief Operating Officer at Universal Hospital in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and was responsible for commissioning and JCIA accreditation of the hospital. He has received several awards and titles and has organized several surgical and managerial conferences. As one of the youngest and only non-Korean advisor to the President of Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH), he was instrumental in SNUH’s global expansion and the first Public Private Partnership in the UAE.
Dr. Anshul holds an MBA from the London Business School, is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, and holds a Master of Surgery Degree from Grant Medical College and Sir J J Group of Hospitals, Mumbai.
Dr. Anshul Govila – Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Anshul Govila is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing to the role more than 20 years of experience in surgery, governance, corporate strategy, hospital operations, performance improvement, and value creation. Dr Govila has held key leadership roles in renowned healthcare institutions worldwide.
Most recently, he served as executive Director of Strategy of the Middle East’s largest private healthcare group at Saudi German Health, where he was responsible for the group’s expansion into pharmaceutical manufacturing and served as a key advisor to the owner of the group on several private equity ventures. As Director of Strategy and Operations at Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital in the United Arab Emirates, he was responsible for the group’s expansion and commissioning. Prior to that, he was Deputy Chief Operating Officer at Universal Hospital in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and was responsible for commissioning and JCIA accreditation of the hospital. He has received several awards and titles and has organized several surgical and managerial conferences. As one of the youngest and only non-Korean advisor to the President of Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH), he was instrumental in SNUH’s global expansion and the first Public Private Partnership in the UAE.
Dr. Anshul holds an MBA from the London Business School, is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, and holds a Master of Surgery Degree from Grant Medical College and Sir J J Group of Hospitals, Mumbai.
Dr Aisha Umar
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Aisha Umar – Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Aisha Umar is the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing over 27 years of experience in healthcare leadership and clinical practice. She began her career at the General Hospital, Lagos Island in 1995 as a House officer.
She has risen through the ranks and held key management positions at the National Hospital, Abuja.
Prior to joining the AMCE, she was the Acting Chief Medical Director, andmember of the Board of the National Hospital Abuja, one of the most advanced healthcare institutions in the country, where she received Board commendation for efficient management of resources and where she played a pivotal role in advancing medical standards and healthcare delivery. As a Fellow of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria for more than 20 years, she has been involved in the training and examination of residents in Radiology.
She graduated from the University of Calabar with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree. She holds a Doctorate in Medicine, from the University of Zurich and a Fellowship in Medical Radiology from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria, and a European Certificate of Neuroradiology. She also has Management Certificates in Leadership and Healthcare Management.
Since joining the AMCE, Dr. Aisha has been instrumental in shaping the hospital’s medical framework, ensuring that clinical operations, protocols, recruitment of healthcare personnel, and patient care standards align with global best practices.
As AMCE progresses toward its launch, Dr. Aisha continues to lead efforts in developing a world-class healthcare institution that will provide cutting-edge medical services across the region.
Dr. Aisha Umar – Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Aisha Umar is the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing over 27 years of experience in healthcare leadership and clinical practice. She began her career at the General Hospital, Lagos Island in 1995 as a House officer.
She has risen through the ranks and held key management positions at the National Hospital, Abuja.
Prior to joining the AMCE, she was the Acting Chief Medical Director, andmember of the Board of the National Hospital Abuja, one of the most advanced healthcare institutions in the country, where she received Board commendation for efficient management of resources and where she played a pivotal role in advancing medical standards and healthcare delivery. As a Fellow of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria for more than 20 years, she has been involved in the training and examination of residents in Radiology.
She graduated from the University of Calabar with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree. She holds a Doctorate in Medicine, from the University of Zurich and a Fellowship in Medical Radiology from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria, and a European Certificate of Neuroradiology. She also has Management Certificates in Leadership and Healthcare Management.
Since joining the AMCE, Dr. Aisha has been instrumental in shaping the hospital’s medical framework, ensuring that clinical operations, protocols, recruitment of healthcare personnel, and patient care standards align with global best practices.
As AMCE progresses toward its launch, Dr. Aisha continues to lead efforts in developing a world-class healthcare institution that will provide cutting-edge medical services across the region.
Olusola Babalola
Chief Financial Officer
Olusola Babalola – Chief Financial Officer
Olusola Babalola is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing over 26 years of financial leadership and strategic expertise.
With a distinguished career spanning the banking, manufacturing and healthcare sectors, Mr. Babalola has held key financial leadership roles at Zenith Bank, Vitafoam Nigeria Plc, EKO Hospitals and most recently as pioneer CFO at Duchess International Hospital. His deep knowledge of financial management, risk assessment, and strategic planning will be crucial in ensuring AMCE’s long-term financial sustainability and operational efficiency.
He is a CFA charter holder and a Fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, as well as a qualified member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). He holds a B. Sc degree in Accounting from the University of Lagos and an MBA (Banking & Finance) from the University of Ilorin.
As AMCE moves toward its launch, Mr. Babalola plays a vital role in shaping financial strategies that drive growth, optimize resources, and support the hospital’s mission of delivering world-class healthcare.
Olusola Babalola – Chief Financial Officer
Olusola Babalola is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing over 26 years of financial leadership and strategic expertise.
With a distinguished career spanning the banking, manufacturing and healthcare sectors, Mr. Babalola has held key financial leadership roles at Zenith Bank, Vitafoam Nigeria Plc, EKO Hospitals and most recently as pioneer CFO at Duchess International Hospital. His deep knowledge of financial management, risk assessment, and strategic planning will be crucial in ensuring AMCE’s long-term financial sustainability and operational efficiency.
He is a CFA charter holder and a Fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria, as well as a qualified member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). He holds a B. Sc degree in Accounting from the University of Lagos and an MBA (Banking & Finance) from the University of Ilorin.
As AMCE moves toward its launch, Mr. Babalola plays a vital role in shaping financial strategies that drive growth, optimize resources, and support the hospital’s mission of delivering world-class healthcare.
Dr Gloria Rowland
Chief Nursing Officer
Dr. Gloria Rowland – Chief Nursing Officer
Gloria Rowland is the chief nursing officer at the African Medical Centre of Excellence, bringing to the position more than 30 years’ experience in nursing, midwifery, and public health.
Gloria comes to the AMCE from the NHS, where she was Chief Nursing Officer and Executive Director of Quality at the Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) of the NHS. Prior to that, Gloria was at the Barts Health NHS Trust, where she was Group Director of Midwifery and Gynaecology at the largest maternity unit in the United Kingdom.
She received a bachelor’s degree in midwifery at Thames Valley University, a master’s degree in public health from Brunel University and a doctorate in clinical practice from the University of Southampton, in the United Kingdom.
With a career at the forefront of advancing patient care, nursing excellence, and healthcare innovation, Rowland’s expertise in clinical leadership, workforce development, and public health strategy will be instrumental in establishing AMCE’s nursing framework and upholding the highest standards of compassionate patient care.
Dr. Gloria Rowland – Chief Nursing Officer
Gloria Rowland is the chief nursing officer at the African Medical Centre of Excellence, bringing to the position more than 30 years’ experience in nursing, midwifery, and public health.
Gloria comes to the AMCE from the NHS, where she was Chief Nursing Officer and Executive Director of Quality at the Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) of the NHS. Prior to that, Gloria was at the Barts Health NHS Trust, where she was Group Director of Midwifery and Gynaecology at the largest maternity unit in the United Kingdom.
She received a bachelor’s degree in midwifery at Thames Valley University, a master’s degree in public health from Brunel University and a doctorate in clinical practice from the University of Southampton, in the United Kingdom.
With a career at the forefront of advancing patient care, nursing excellence, and healthcare innovation, Rowland’s expertise in clinical leadership, workforce development, and public health strategy will be instrumental in establishing AMCE’s nursing framework and upholding the highest standards of compassionate patient care.
Omorinsola Sofola
Director of Human Resources
Omorinsola Sofola – Director of Human Resources
Mrs. Omorinsola Sofola serves as the Director of Human Resources at the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing over 22 years of strategic HR leadership to the organization. She holds a bachelor’s degree in applied psychology and an MBA from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Her career spans diverse sectors, with key roles at the Medical ART Center, Hilton Worldwide, Phillips consulting, Accenture, and Citibank. She is a certified Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD) UK, a Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR), a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), and PRINCE2-certified in project management.
Mrs. Sofola’s extensive expertise in human resources management, talent development, and organizational strategy has been instrumental in cultivating a high-performance workplace culture that reflects AMCE’s mission of excellence, growth, and sustainability. As a core member of AMCE’s leadership team, she remains committed to advancing innovative HR strategies that drive employee engagement, operational excellence, and long-term organizational success.
Omorinsola Sofola – Director of Human Resources
Mrs. Omorinsola Sofola serves as the Director of Human Resources at the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), bringing over 22 years of strategic HR leadership to the organization. She holds a bachelor’s degree in applied psychology and an MBA from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Her career spans diverse sectors, with key roles at the Medical ART Center, Hilton Worldwide, Phillips consulting, Accenture, and Citibank. She is a certified Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD) UK, a Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR), a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), and PRINCE2-certified in project management.
Mrs. Sofola’s extensive expertise in human resources management, talent development, and organizational strategy has been instrumental in cultivating a high-performance workplace culture that reflects AMCE’s mission of excellence, growth, and sustainability. As a core member of AMCE’s leadership team, she remains committed to advancing innovative HR strategies that drive employee engagement, operational excellence, and long-term organizational success.
Our History
AMCE Abuja commences operations on 5 June 2025
Construction of the AMCE Abuja facility commence
Execution of memorandum of understanding between Nigeria, AMCE, and King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Nigeria wins bid to host the first AMCE
