Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has praised the renowned professor and entrepreneur, Prince Samuel Fafure, at the launch of his new academic publication and a health-focused foundation dedicated to promoting alternative medicine in Nigeria.

The event celebrated the launch of “Anatomy and Physiology: Introduction to Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Medical Students,” authored by the octogenarian.

Fafure, who is the Chief Executive Officer of Lamak Tofis Nigeria Limited, is also known for pioneering herbal innovations such as Faforon Herbal Stem Cell Supplement, Prostag Capsules, and Fure Bio Water.

Oyebanji, represented by his Special Adviser on Tertiary Education, Prof. Akeem Azeez, in his keynote address, lauded Fafure’s lifelong contributions to health and education, while reaffirming the state government’s commitment to improving healthcare delivery.

The event held in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, also marked the formal inauguration of the Prince Samuel Olusola Fafure Foundation, which aims to promote accessible and sustainable natural healthcare solutions on a global scale.

Fafure, a leading voice in integrative medicine in Nigeria, emphasised the significance of alternative medicine and its positive impact on the younger generation.

The book reviewer, Prof. Kayode Oseni, a Naturopath, praised the publication for its clarity, academic depth, and seamless fusion of Western and indigenous medical practices. “The book is a pioneering bridge between biomedical sciences and Complementary and Alternative Medicine, tailored for the 21st-century medical student,” he said.

The foundation’s mission and vision were unveiled by the Managing Director of Lamak Tofis Nigeria Limited, Olamide Fafure, who emphasised its goals of providing environmentally conscious herbal products and promoting global health through natural medicine.