In a decisive move to spotlight and reshape the future of women’s healthcare in Nigeria, Healthtracka has announced the launch of the Banking on Women’s Health Conference (BWHC), set to take place on May 4, 2025, at the Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos.
More than a one-off event, BWHC positions itself as a platform for long-term impact—uniting stakeholders across policy, healthcare, and business in a shared mission to prioritize women’s health through investment, innovation, and informed advocacy.
“We are committed to creating a platform for open, bold, and solution-driven conversations that will drive investment, innovation, and policy changes, ensuring women’s health is prioritized,” says Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson, founder and CEO HealthTracka.
One of the highlights of the conference will be the unveiling of the State of Women’s Health in Nigeria Report—a first-of-its-kind publication offering a comprehensive overview of health outcomes, disparities, and systemic gaps affecting women nationwide. The report is expected to serve as a critical resource for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and advocacy groups in driving targeted reforms and initiatives.
As part of its broader impact strategy, the conference will also introduce the Banking on Women’s Health Innovation Award, designed to celebrate and support pioneers delivering transformative solutions in women’s healthcare. The aim of this new initiative is to incentivize solutions that tackle the most pressing issues in women’s health. By championing bold, data-driven ideas, the award seeks to fuel innovation at the intersection of technology, healthcare delivery, and policy.
The conference will explore a broad spectrum of issues often sidelined in mainstream healthcare conversations, including reproductive health challenges such as PCOS, fibroids, endometriosis, and access to contraceptives; the health implications of menopause and obesity; mental health; and cancer prevention and early detection.
“The goal is to shift the narrative and investment around women’s health in Nigeria from reactive to proactive,” said a representative from Healthtracka. “BWHC is not just about awareness—it’s about action.”
A distinguished lineup of speakers will lead discussions and keynote sessions, including Dr. Adanna Steinacker, Special Advisor to the President on Women’s Health; Dr. Abosede Afolabi, a prominent voice in reproductive health research; and Dr. Abayomi Ajayi, a renowned fertility specialist and gynaecologist.
Organizers say the event is designed to engage a broad coalition of participants—from everyday women to policymakers, healthcare providers, entrepreneurs, and investors. Through media outreach, influencer engagement, and open forums, BWHC aims to democratize access to health information and empower women across all demographics.
With Healthtracka at the helm, BWHC signals a bold new chapter in women’s healthcare—a space long overdue for attention, investment, and innovation.
In a bid to ensure broad participation and inclusivity, registration for the Banking on Women’s Health Conference (BWHC) is completely free. The open-access model aims to bring together women from all walks of life—alongside healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates—to engage in one of the most urgent conversations shaping the future of healthcare in Nigeria.
Interested participants are encouraged to secure their spot early by registering online.
