Côte d'Ivoire's Minister of Health, Pierre N'gou Dimba, recently presided over a ceremony to recognize six healthcare professionals who have made significant contributions to the country's healthcare system. The ceremony, which took place at his office, was part of the 2026 National Excellence Award. The six recipients were awarded for their remarkable work in various categories, including best paramedical agent, best senior health executive, and best healthcare establishment.
The second prize for the best paramedical agent was awarded to Loua Didier Dro, a state major nurse from the rural dispensary of Yrouzon in the Guémon region. The second prize for the best senior health executive went to Professor Narcisse Boua, medical and scientific director and head of the anesthesia-resuscitation department at the Treichville University Hospital Center. The EPHR of Aboisso in the Sud-Comoé region won the second prize for the best healthcare establishment.
The third prize for the best paramedical agent was awarded to Kouamé Boniface Yao, a senior health engineer and specialist in medical imaging and physics, who is also the deputy director of digitalization and transformation at the INFAS. The third prize for the best senior health executive went to Dr. Christophe Kpoulede, a general practitioner and specialist in obstetrics and gynecology at Adjamé General Hospital. The Bingerville Psychiatric Hospital in Abidjan's autonomous district won the third prize for the best healthcare establishment.
During the ceremony, Dr. Bernard Kpaho, a member of the 2026 Health Sector Excellence Award jury, praised Minister Pierre Dimba's efforts to improve the well-being of Côte d'Ivoire's population. He also presented the laureates and highlighted their achievements. Minister Dimba congratulated the jury members and healthcare professionals for their daily commitment to the population and emphasized that these distinctions align with President Alassane Ouattara's priorities for the health of Ivoirians.
Minister Dimba also encouraged the recipients to continue being models of dedication to Côte d'Ivoire's healthcare system. On behalf of the laureates, Professor Narcisse Boua expressed gratitude to the minister and promised to uphold this national recognition. Dr. Jean Armel Foua Bi Gohi, the 2026 National Excellence Award winner for the best senior health executive, was also present at the ceremony.
The ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials, including Dr. Kouadio Eugène Kra, secretary permanent of the National Excellence Award; Soro Kountele, deputy cabinet director of the Ministry of Health and president of the jury; and Dr. Bernard Kpaho, inspector general of Health and member of the 2026 Health Sector Excellence Award jury.
The recognition of these six healthcare professionals reflects the Ivoirian government's commitment to promoting performance and quality in healthcare services. The minister's efforts aim to improve the country's healthcare system and provide better services to the population. The laureates' achievements serve as an inspiration to other healthcare professionals to strive for excellence in their work.
Key points
- Côte d'Ivoire's Health Minister honors six healthcare professionals for exceptional service.
- The awards were part of the 2026 National Excellence Award.
- The recipients were recognized for their contributions in various categories, including best paramedical agent and best healthcare establishment.
