MyAfroDNA, a pioneering African genomics and translational research company, officially launched its new facility in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on April 25, 2025.
Located at No. 3 MyAfroDNA Close, Off Worgumati Street, Tombia Extension GRA, Port Harcourt, the newly inaugurated center will enhance access to ethically sourced African biospecimens, provide cutting-edge molecular and clinical diagnostic services, and offer comprehensive research collaboration support for scientists globally.
The opening ceremony was graced by key dignitaries, community leaders, academia, and healthcare professionals, including Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi, Vice Chancellor, Rivers State University; His Royal Majesty Eze Noble Uwoh, King of Igbu Ehuda Kingdom IV; Professor Julian Osuji, Director Regional Centre for Biotechnology and Bioresources Research at the University of Port Harcourt and Co-Chair African BioGenome Project; Mr. Robert Robinson, President, Laboratory Equipment, Thermo Fisher Scientific; Mr. Romeo, State Representative, Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN); Hon. Adaeze Oreh, Commission of Health Rivers State; Prof. Dike Alikor, CMD RSUTH; Prof Kinikanwo Green, Executive Secretary RSPHCMB.
In his remarks, the Vice Chancellor of Rivers State University emphasized the importance of facilities like MyAfroDNA in global efforts to bridge representation gaps in clinical research. HRM Eze Noble Uwoh also commended MyAfroDNA’s commitment to scientific excellence and community development, especially for forensics research.
About MyAfroDNA:
MyAfroDNA provides access to diverse African biospecimens across several therapeutic areas and supports researchers in diversifying clinical, genomics, and translational research efforts. Our infrastructure houses molecular diagnostic labs, an African biobank, Diagnostics, Paternity & Forensics room, and a virtual Bioinformatics and Data Centre.
Our services include African biobanking, molecular and clinical testing, customized research support, and contract research organization services. By enabling equitable representation in biomedical studies, MyAfroDNA is helping unlock novel insights into public health, genetic medicine, and personalized care.
For more information, please visit www.myafrodna.com or contact us at info@myafrodna.com.
