Aproko Doctor
Aproko Doctor | |
|---|---|
| Born | Egemba Chinonso Fidelis 26 October 1990 Imo State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Education | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Occupation | Medical doctor |
| Years active | 2017-till date |
Egemba Chinonso Fidelis popularly known as Aproko Doctor, (born 26 October 1990) is a Nigerian doctor, health influencer and actor.[1] He is the founder of Healthy Brands and 100K Club, a non-profit organisation.[2]
Career[edit]
Since childhood, Egemba nursed the dream of becoming a medical doctor. He began his medical career in 2016, as a resident doctor in Imo State University Teaching Hospital.[3]
A year after, he moved back to Lagos with the hopes of securing better job opportunities.[4] In 2017, he started sharing health nuggets and wellness tips on social media under the brand name "Aproko Doctor".[5] He is best known for breaking down medical situations using humour and storytelling. In 2020, he founded the 100K Club, a non-profit organisation that gives support to Nigerians who need health assistance.[6] He is a three-time winner of the Trendupp Awards and a two-time winner of the Pulse Influencer Awards.[7][8]
Filmography[edit]
In 2022, Egemba featured in "Strain", a Nigerian Netflix movie that raises awareness on Sickle Cell Anemia. He starred alongside Bimbo Akintola, Shushu Abubakar, Alex Usifo, Gloria Anozie-Young.[9][10]
Awards/nominations[edit]
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | PSHAN | Health Influencer of the Year | Won | [11][12] |
| Trenduup Awards | The Force of Wellness | Won | [13] | |
| 2022 | Won | [14] | ||
| The Future Awards Africa | Prize for Health and Wellness | Nominated | [15] | |
| Pulse Influencer Awards | Health and Fitness Influencer of The Year | Won | [16] | |
| 2021 | Trenduup Awards | The Force of Wellness | Won | |
| 2020 | Impact Africa Summit | Health Influence on Media | Won | [17][18] |
Personal life[edit]
In June 2020, Egemba married Chiamaka Nwakalor. In December 2022, he revealed his struggle with a brain tumour "Craniopharyngioma" which required surgery.[19][20][21]
References[edit]
- ^ "Aproko doctor makes acting debut in Netflix movie". The Nation Newspaper.
- ^ Nosa, Oke-Hortons (6 September 2023). "Aproko Doctor meets Bill Gates, shares why he uses Pidgin for his contents". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "Human Papilloma Virus Vaccination impact on public health with Aproko Doctor – Lagos State Primary Health Care Board". 25 October 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ Alake, Olumide (16 November 2022). ""I am a real doctor, I just practice medicine differently": Aproko Doctor speaks". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (12 April 2020). "Nonso Egemba: The Aproko Doctor In Support Of Healthy Living". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "100KCLUB DONATES SOLAR POWER EQUIPMENT TO RANDLE NEONATAL ICU". Ministry of Health. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ YNaija (11 July 2023). "Aproko Doctor Achieves Remarkable Hat-Trick Victory, Becoming the First Influencer to Win a Category Three Times in a Row | See the Full List of Winners » YNaija". YNaija. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ Okonofua, Odion (10 October 2021). "Pulse Influencer Awards 2021: The full winners list". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "STRAIN: Verte view's movie to end Sickle Cell Anaemia". Vanguard Newspaper.
- ^ Olugbile, Femi (18 June 2021). "Art and the scourge of sickle cell disease". Businessday NG. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "PSHAN Gala Award Categories – Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria". Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ Nosa, Oke-Hortons (6 September 2023). "Aproko Doctor meets Bill Gates, shares why he uses Pidgin for his contents". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ Nosa, Oke-Hortons (10 July 2023). "2023 TrendUpp Awards: Sabinus loses, Mr Macaroni, Brainjotter and Taaooma wins". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "Macaroni, Lasisi Elenu, Miss Techy, Others Emerge Winners at Trendupp Awards 2022 - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ TFAA (8 February 2022). "Nominees profile for the 16th Edition of The Future Awards Africa". The Future Awards Africa. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ Adebiyi, Adeayo (16 October 2022). "Pulse Influencer Awards 2022: The full winners list". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "Nominees - More Categories". Impact Africa Summit. 28 October 2020. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "Aproko Doctor Wins Impact Africa Summit Award For Health Media". koko.ng. 5 December 2020. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ "Aproko doctor brain tumour: Social media influencer reveal im experience wit Craniopharyngioma". BBC News Pidgin. 16 January 2023. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ Osaji, Sharon (16 January 2023). "Content creator Aproko Doctor reveals battle with brain tumour". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 12 November 2023.
- ^ Lawal, Babatunde (16 January 2023). "Aproko Doctor opens up on recent battle with brain tumour". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 12 November 2023.