Nelson Aluya

Nelson Aluya
Born (1969-02-10) February 10, 1969 (age 55)
Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
Alma materAhmadu Bello University
OccupationPhysician
Organization(s)Nigerian-American Public Affairs Committee, USA; Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA)

Nelson Oke Aluya (born February 10, 1969) is a Nigerian-American physician (pediatrics and Internal medicine).[1] He is the chief medical director of Newark community health center, New Jersey.[2][3][4] Aluya is also an assistant professor of medicine and pediatrics at the Rutgers University Medical School, Newark. He served as attending physician, Newark Beth Israel Medical center, and as medical director, Newark Extended Care Facility. Aluya is the president of the Nigerian-American Public Affairs Committee, USA;[5][6][7] past chairman, Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA), New Jersey Chapter; and past president: New Jersey Medical Association. He is a member of the American Medical Association,[1][2] the American Board of Pediatrics, and, American College of Healthcare Executives.[2] Aluya has written many articles[8][9] and delivered many lectures, raising funds for international medical missions, and advocating for pro- black political interests and for cultural events.[2][10][11] In February 2024, he became the recipient of the Black History Month award.[12][13] He is a recipient of many other awards, including the "Service above Self" award by Rotary Club of Irvington, New Jersey, USA; Paramount Care Centers Humanitarian Award,[14] and, "The African Entertainment Humanitarian" Award. He also got a nomination for the Golden Apple Award Excellence in Teaching.[1] Aluya was a host of the 2020 African Entertainment Awards USA and the 2021 African Entertainment Awards USA.[15] The "Dr. Nelson Aluya scholarship award" is dedicated in his honor by the Women Leaders in Action, New Jersey. USA.[1]

  1. ^ a b c d "| UT Southwestern". cme.utsouthwestern.edu. Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  2. ^ a b c d "c1.pdf". Newark Community Health Center. Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  3. ^ "Nigerian-born Physician, Dr. Aluya, becomes Chief Medical Officer, Newark Community Health Centers, in New Jersey, USA". authenticreporters.net. Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  4. ^ Shuaib, Yushau (2022-05-21). "Dabiri-Erewa Congratulates Nelson Aluya on Appointment as Chief Medical Officer of NCHC in America". PRNigeria News (Press release). Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  5. ^ Olawale, Gabriel. "NAPAC-USA President issues Urgent Call for Unity, Respectful Discourse". Vanguard (Nigeria).
  6. ^ Olawale, Gabriel (July 31, 2024). "Paris- Olympics: NAPAC-USA President Extends Best Wishes to Nigerian Athletes". Vanguard (Nigeria).
  7. ^ "Need to Protect Nigerian Americans Interest Led To Formation of NAPAC-USA –Dr. Aluya". The Sun (Nigeria).
  8. ^ "Nelson Aluya Archives". Global Patriot Newspapers.
  9. ^ Aluya, Nelson. "A Letter to America". Global Patriot Newspapers.
  10. ^ "News on Aluya.pdf". News in Newark. Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  11. ^ "Nelson Aluya Hails Chess Master, Tunde Onakoya". The Sun (Nigeria).
  12. ^ "Hillside, New Jersey, US' Mayor Vertreese honors Nigerian-born Dr. Nelson Aluya". Global Patriot Newspapers.
  13. ^ Olawale, Gabriel (March 15, 2024). "Afrobeats illustrates Africa to those of African descent – Prof. Aluya". Vanguard (Nigeria).
  14. ^ "Dr. Nelson Aluya Recipient of Distinguished Humanitarian Award from Paramount Care Centers | The Amboy Guardian". Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  15. ^ "African Entertainment Awards, USA | Through entertainment, we are creating a New Africa; One free and prosperous Africa for all". Retrieved 2024-09-23.