Dabiri-Erewa congratulates new CMA President, Bolu Ogunyemi

Abuja – Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi has been congratulated on his election as the President of the Canadian Medical Association by Honourable Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM).

Honourable Dabiri-Erewa’s congratulatory message was issued by the Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, NiDCOM, Abuja, Mr. Abdur-Rahman Balogun via press release.

As the first Black person to hold such a post in 158 years, Dabiri-Erewa called the triumph a historic milestone.

The head of NiDCOM emphasized that those who have persevered and remained committed have never failed.

She opined that on the contrary, they have achieved great success.

While pleading for fellow Diasporas to excel in whatever they do, she asked Ogunyemi to continue the good work and bring greater honor to the country.

After several days of voting, Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi, a dermatologist from Nigeria who practices in St. John’s, Newfoundland, won the poll.

With this win, he will represent the CMA in Canada’s government, media, provincial and territorial medical associations, and other relevant groups.

In May 2025, Ogunyemi will take office as president-elect, subject to the CMA General Council’s ratification.

About Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi

Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi is a Canadian dermatologist, advocate, and medical leader.

He was born in Nigeria.

According to source, he moved to Canada with his family when he was a little child, and was raised in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Dr. Ogunyemi has held a number of prominent roles over his career.

He has reportedly made substantial contributions to the medical world, especially in dermatology.

As a dermatologist, Dr. Ogunyemi treats patients of all ages with skin conditions, from severe medication responses to acne and melanoma.

Since 2018, he has also operated a visiting specialist clinic in Labrador City and served as a consultant dermatologist.

Some doctors opined that Dr. Ogunyemi is a proponent of diversity, inclusiveness, and social justice in the medical field.

He has won accolades for his mentorship and patient advocacy work, source says.

In addition, he has been active in a number of other medical associations and sat on the board of directors of the Canadian Dermatology Association.

Dr. Ogunyemi was recently chosen as the candidate for the upcoming president-elect of the Canadian Medical Association (CMA).

He will become president-elect until May 2026 and then take office as CMA president for a one-year term if he is accepted.

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