Mr. AbdurrahamanMangari is a dynamic and purpose-driven public health leader whose career is defined by resilience, technical expertise, and an unyielding commitment to health equity and global impact. He is currently a PhD candidate in Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the University of Nigeria Nsukka, with a specialized focus on infectious diseases and health policy, a strong academic foundation built at Bayero University Kano, the West Africa Institute of Public Health, the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development, and the University of Nigeria Nsukka, African Group of Negotiators and Experts Support (AGNES) in Nairobi Kenya, Abdurrahaman has cultivated deep expertise in public health disciplines including medical microbiology, epidemiology, pathology, clinical virology, global health security, and strategic health leadership. His multidisciplinary training has positioned him to respond decisively to some of the world’s most pressing infectious disease threats, including tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, malaria, and COVID-19.
Abdurrahaman has not only studied these diseases—he has fought them on the frontlines. As a WHO Fellow, he provided strategic leadership across five African countries, spearheading routine immunization and pandemic response efforts during the height of the COVID-19 crisis. His coordination of cross-border health interventions ensured vaccine delivery to vulnerable populations amidst global disruption, reinforcing the resilience of public health systems and setting a benchmark for emergency response under pressure. His contributions extend beyond field operations into the realms of policy development, public health education, and community empowerment. A graduate of the Health Literacy Leadership Training at the West Africa Institute of Public Health, Abdurrahamanchampion’s health literacy as a cornerstone of health equity. He has worked extensively to bridge healthcare gaps by equipping individuals and communities with the knowledge needed to make informed health decisions.
Professionally, he has served with distinction at the Federal Ministry of Health, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). At these institutions, he played critical roles in strengthening disease surveillance systems, coordinating epidemic preparedness, and influencing national and regional health strategies through evidence-based decision-making and stakeholder engagement. Currently serving as a Senior Supervisor for the Oral Polio Vaccine program with the World Health Organization, Abdurrahaman continues to be at the forefront of global eradication efforts. His leadership in immunization campaigns reflects a commitment to precision, accountability, and community-centered care. A firm believer in collaborative action, AbdurrahamanMangari envisions a future where inclusive policies and empowered populations drive sustainable health outcomes. Through every role he has undertaken, he exemplifies the intersection of science, service, and strategy—advancing a vision of equitable health systems across Africa and beyond.