AMR CLUB FUTO

World Water Day Invitation 🌍💧

This Friday, join us as we mark World Water Day with an engaging program that highlights the vital link between clean water, public health, and the fight against antimicrobial resistance.

Organized by the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) in collaboration with the AMRC Antimicrobial Resistance Club, FUTO Chapter, the event promises thought‑provoking discussions and meaningful connections.

📅 Date: Friday
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM
📍 Venue: Department of Biotechnology, FUTO



American Society for Microbiology
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DRASA - Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Health Trust
World Health Organization (WHO)
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Antibiotic resistance is no longer a future threat - it’s here, and it’s killing thousands in the country annually.

Join us as we host a power-packed seminar in collaboration with the Department of Biotechnology:

ANTIMICROBIAL STEWARDSHIP: SMALL PRACTICES, BIG IMPACTS

Speaker: Prof. U. E. Ezeji
Head of Department, Biotechnology, FUTO
Date: Monday, 9th December 2025
Time: 7:00 PM (WAT)
Venue: (Google Meet)
https://calendar.app.google/BYkeJHTLPAaWs7UG9

In this one-hour session, participants will learn about the risks of inappropriate antibiotic use, when antibiotics are medically justified, and key practices that help reduce antimicrobial resistance within the community.

This is not just another seminar — it’s a movement. One changed habit from you can save thousands of lives tomorrow.

Act Now!

Meet Our MVPs for April!🤭

Chijioke Fidelis Ahuruonye – Outreach Coordinator of the Month🏅
Vanessa Ben-Charles – Volunteer of the Month🏅

AMR CLUB FUTO proudly celebrates these two outstanding individuals for their passion, resourcefulness, and unwavering commitment in the month of April especially during our April outreach. Your efforts continue to inspire the fight against antimicrobial resistance in FUTO.

Cheers!✨

World Malaria Day 2025!🦟

While malaria is preventable and treatable, its burden is worsened by social inequities, weak health systems, and the looming threat of drug resistance. This year’s theme, "Accelerating the Fight: Innovate, Invest, Eliminate", reminds us that progress depends not only on access to treatments but on how responsibly we use them.

As antimicrobial resistance (AMR) grows, the effectiveness of key antimalarial drugs is being compromised. Misdiagnosis, self-medication, and incomplete treatments continue to fuel resistance in Plasmodium parasites.

The importance of accurate diagnosis, adherence to prescribed regimens, and policy-driven antimicrobial stewardship cannot be overemphasized. A malaria-free future demands more than innovation — it demands intentional action against resistance.

Happy Easter from AMR Club FUTO!

Yesterday, AMR Club FUTO took the fight against Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) to the College of Medicine.

Members of the staff and medical students engaged in eye-opening sessions and discussions on antibiotics, resistance, and their vital role in AMR stewardship.

Big thanks to Prof. Samuel Iwuji(Department of Pharmacology/HOD, Department of Physiology) for the warm reception and support!

World Health Day 2025🩺

Today, on World Health Day, AMR CLUB FUTO joins the global call to build a fairer, healthier world by spotlighting the silent pandemic of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). As drug-resistant infections threaten progress in healthcare, food security, and sustainable development, we reaffirm our commitment to advocacy, and community action. This year’s theme, 'Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,' reminds us that health is a universal right—and tackling AMR is key to safeguarding that right for present and future generations.

Welcome to April—a month of Advocacy, Awareness, and Action! 🌍💊

We celebrate Ikenna Zikorah Johnpaul and Chisom Precious Chidera for their exceptional impact as AMR Champions and volunteers in the month of March✨

Congratulations Champs!🏅

On March 26, 2025, Resistance 1.0 made a lasting impact, featuring insightful discussions and sessions led by esteemed experts, including:

🔹 Prof. Uche Ezeji – Esteemed AMR Club Staff Advisor & Senior Lecturer, Department of Biotechnology, FUTO.
🔹 Dr. Sylvia Anyadoh-Nwadike (American Society for Microbiology, Ambassador to Nigeria) – Delivered an extensive session on "The Silent Pandemic."
🔹 Dr. Udensi – Head, Department of Environmental Health Science.
🔹 Dr. Iwuju – Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Procurement, Environmental & Social Standards (FUTO CE-sPESS)- Led a section on "Youths, Environment and Policy making"

The Resistance 1.0 Debate Competition grand finale (sponsored by American Society for Microbiology) saw Onuoha Vanessa Chioma (a second year Optometry student) and Ben-Charles Vanessa Adaeze (a third year Biotechnology student) emerge as top participants.

We also celebrated the induction of 58 new members and the inauguration of the 2024/2025 executive council (Akolokwu Esther, President; Kelechi Favour, Secretary General; Uche Ikenna, Head of Programs; Lauretta Kenneth, Head of Communications; Amadi Chuks, Head of Finance)

A special highlight was a compelling presentation by Amadi Chuks, Head of Finance, who shared powerful stories of AMR survivors from our outreaches—illustrating how sharing our personal experience can fuel awareness and advocacy.

Special thanks to everyone who made the event a success.



DRASA - Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Health Trust
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The Foundation to Prevent Antibiotic Resistance
Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State.