Founding and Early Years (2015–2017)
PAKAR Healthcare Consulting Nigeria Limited was incorporated in June 2015 under the Corporate Affairs Commission (RC: 126576) with a vision to bridge critical gaps in Nigeria’s healthcare sector. Founded by Dr. Bello Arkilla Magaji, a seasoned public health expert, the company began as a small consultancy firm in Sokoto, Nigeria, driven by the acronym PAKAR—Professionalism, Accountability, Kindness, Accuracy, and Respect. These core values became the bedrock of its operations. Initially focused on healthcare training and research, PAKAR quickly gained traction by partnering with local healthcare institutions and NGOs. Its first major project involved designing workshops on primary healthcare delivery for rural health workers in Sokoto State. By 2017, the company expanded its scope to include supply chain solutions, delivering medical equipment and consumables to clinics, hospitals, and organizations across Northern Nigeria.
Growth and Diversification (2018–2020)
In 2018, PAKAR secured a landmark partnership with the Intercountry Centre for Oral Health (ICOH) for Africa, serving as their training and research consultant until 2019. This collaboration elevated the company’s credibility and led to the establishment of its Research Management Division, specializing in health needs assessments and intervention program design. The year 2019 marked another milestone with a contract to supply medical equipment and consumables to Marie Stopes International’s Sokoto office, reinforcing PAKAR’s reputation as a reliable provider in Nigeria’s healthcare supply chain. By 2020, the company had built a database of over 1,000 research team members across Nigeria, enabling large-scale data collection for public health projects. Expansion and Innovation (2021–Present)
In 2021, PAKAR partnered with UNFPA and the Sokoto State Primary Health Care Development Agency to conduct groundbreaking research on Maternity Waiting Homes in Binji and Tangaza LGAs. This project highlighted the company’s ability to address maternal health challenges through community-centered solutions. The post-COVID era saw PAKAR pivot toward digital innovation. By 2023, the firm launched training programs on Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in healthcare education, research, and practice catering to institutions like the Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital (UDUTH) and the Association of Medical Doctors in Academia (ASMEDA), Nigerian Medical Association Sokoto and FCT Abuja Branches. Today, PAKAR boasts: A 2,800+ member research team with leaders in all 22 Northern Nigerian states. Over 30 capacity-building workshops conducted on topics ranging from SPSS data analysis to cybersecurity. Recognition as a key partner for NGOs, government agencies, and academic institutions.
Strategic Evolution
From its humble beginnings, PAKAR has evolved into a multidisciplinary healthcare solutions provider, balancing traditional consultancy with cutting-edge technology. Its journey reflects a commitment to human capital development and healthcare accessibility, aligning with Nigeria’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Company Overview
Core Values (PAKAR) Professionalism | Accountability | Kindness | Accuracy | Respect
Strategic Objectives Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Sokoto, Nigeria, PAKAR Healthcare Consulting is a registered consultancy firm specializing in healthcare training, research, and supply chain solutions. The firm’s refined strategic objectives are designed to amplify its impact and align with its mission to advance human capital development through innovation and excellence:
Deliver Expert Healthcare Consultancy
Provide tailored advisory services in healthcare system optimization, policy development, and operational efficiency to public and private sector clients, leveraging local expertise to drive sustainable reforms.
Empower Through Cutting-Edge Capacity Building
Lead transformative workshops, research initiatives, and clinical programs that equip healthcare professionals with AI-driven tools, advanced data analytics, and modern clinical best practices to address Nigeria’s evolving health challenges.
Pioneer Ethical Supply Chain Solutions
Establish a trusted network for the import, export, and distribution of high-quality medical, dental, and laboratory equipment, ensuring accessibility and affordability for underserved regions across Nigeria and beyond.
Expand Accessible Healthcare Infrastructure
Develop a nationwide network of retail outlets offering affordable medical supplies and forge strategic contracts with government agencies, NGOs, and private institutions to strengthen healthcare delivery systems.
Drive Collaborative Innovation
Partner with global and local stakeholders, such as UNFPA and academic bodies, to spearhead groundbreaking research addressing maternal health, disease prevention, and healthcare technology integration.