Manga, Mohammed

Prof. Mohammed Manga is a Professor of Medical Microbiology, Consultant Clinical Microbiologist, and global health educator known for his leadership in infectious diseases, HPV prevention, and antimicrobial resistance. With over 20 years of experience across clinical practice, academia, and health‑systems strengthening, he has become one of Nigeria’s most visible voices in infection control and papillomavirus advocacy.

He holds fellowships from both the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria and the West African College of Physicians, and earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Education from the University of Edinburgh through the prestigious Glenmore Medical Scholarship. Prof. Manga has published more than 60 peer‑reviewed papers, delivered over 35 scientific presentations worldwide, and contributed to major national policies, including Nigeria’s STI management guidelines and the One Health Antimicrobial Resistance Strategic Plan.

Within the International Papillomavirus Society (IPVS), he has served as a global mentee, mentor, Papillomavirus Ambassador for Nigeria, and member of the Membership Committee. He is the pioneer President of the IPVS Nigeria Chapter and co‑founder of the Papillomavirus Society of Gombe Nigeria (PSGN), dedicated to reducing HPV‑related diseases in low‑resource settings.

Prof Manga previously served as Provost of the College of Medical Sciences at Gombe State University, where he led accreditation processes, expanded academic programs, and strengthened interdisciplinary health‑sciences training.

He has strong commitment to HPV prevention, equitable health access, and international collaboration aimed at improving outcomes for communities across Africa and beyond.