Prof. Adenike Grange | |
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| Minister of Health | |
| In office 25 July 2007 – 26 March 2008 | |
| President | Umaru Musa Yar'Adua |
| Preceded by | Prof. Eyitayo Lambo |
| Succeeded by | Prof. Babatunde Osotimehin |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Education | St Francis' College, Letchworth, United Kingdom |
| Alma mater | University of Saint Andrews, Scotland |
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Adenike Grange is a Nigerian paediatrician, professor, consultant, author and former Minister in charge of the Federal Ministry of Health. Appointed on 25 July 2007, she was the first female Minister of Health in Nigeria. During her time in office, she was dedicated to improving healthcare delivery in Nigeria, reducing maternity deaths and reducing diseases among vulnerable groups. She was arrested by the order of President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua for handling 300 million naira of unspent funds. She was investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and stood trial. She resigned from office on 26 March 2008.