Historic Palace Engagement Strengthens Vision for Climate-Sensitive Infectious Disease Research, Pathogenomics, AMR and One Health Innovation in Ibadanland
The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of CPM International Research Institute for Climate Health, Professor Joseph Omololu-Aso, on 13th June, 2026 paid an official visit to the Palace of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja, Olubadan of Ibadanland, as part of ongoing stakeholder engagement and strategic consultations on advancing climate-health innovation, infectious disease preparedness, pathogenomics, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and One Health research in Nigeria.
The visit was facilitated through the distinguished support of the Are Aago of Ibadanland, Rear Admiral Ibikunle Akintola (Rtd.), who graciously arranged the audience and accompanied the engagement.
Royal Audience and Strategic Discussions
During the meeting, Professor Omololu-Aso presented the vision of CPM International Research Institute for Climate Health, including ongoing initiatives in climate-sensitive infectious disease surveillance, pathogenomics, antimicrobial resistance research, One Health innovation, and public health preparedness.
Particular attention was given to the emerging concept of establishing an innovation and research hub that would contribute to scientific advancement, workforce development, disease surveillance, research capacity strengthening, and community impact within Ibadanland and beyond.
The discussions also highlighted ongoing collaborative activities involving CPM International Research Institute, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), and Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex (OAUTHC), including the implementation of the Osun State Climate-Health Surveillance Pilot and the proposed Centre of Excellence on Climate-Sensitive Infectious Diseases, Pathogenomics, AMR and One Health Innovation.
Royal Encouragement and Support
His Imperial Majesty warmly received the delegation and expressed appreciation for initiatives aimed at advancing health, research, innovation, and human capacity development.
The Olubadan encouraged the pursuit of impactful scientific and public health initiatives capable of benefiting Ibadanland, Oyo State, Nigeria, and the wider African region. He further assured the delegation of his goodwill, fatherly support, prayers, and openness to future engagements as the vision continues to develop.
The meeting provided an important opportunity to discuss the role of traditional institutions in supporting innovation, education, research, community development, and public health advancement.
Significance of the Engagement
The visit represents an important milestone in strengthening relationships between scientific institutions, academic partners, healthcare organizations, and traditional leadership structures.
It also reinforces the growing recognition that solutions to emerging public health challenges require collaboration across disciplines, sectors, and communities.
For CPM International Research Institute for Climate Health, the engagement underscores the importance of strategic partnerships and stakeholder participation in advancing sustainable platforms for climate-health surveillance, pathogenomics, antimicrobial resistance monitoring, and One Health innovation.
Appreciation
Professor Joseph Omololu-Aso expressed profound appreciation to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja, Olubadan of Ibadanland, for the gracious audience, fatherly counsel, encouragement, and support extended during the visit.
Special appreciation was also extended to Rear Admiral Ibikunle Akintola (Rtd.), Are Aago of Ibadanland, for facilitating the engagement and for his commitment to initiatives that promote scientific advancement, public health innovation, and societal development.
Looking Forward
CPM International Research Institute for Climate Health remains committed to working with academic institutions, healthcare partners, national stakeholders, traditional leadership, and international collaborators to advance innovative solutions in climate-sensitive infectious diseases, pathogenomics, antimicrobial resistance, One Health implementation, and health systems resilience.
Official Palace Engagement
This report documents the official audience granted to Professor Joseph Omololu-Aso, Director-General/CEO of CPM International Research Institute for Climate Health, by His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja, Olubadan of Ibadanland, on 13th June 2026. The visit focused on strategic discussions concerning climate-sensitive infectious disease surveillance, pathogenomics, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), One Health innovation, and future opportunities for scientific and community development within Ibadanland and Nigeria.
Photographs were not taken during this initial courtesy and strategic engagement. Future meetings and project activities will be documented as appropriate.
