By Nafisa Musa
In a significant move aimed at transforming Nigeria’s skincare industry, the Tropics Derma Research & Training Institute (TDRTI), Africa’s premier skincare research center, has partnered with the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) to launch a 10-day free skin analysis program in Adamawa State.
The initiative, which runs from May 14th to 23rd, 2025, seeks to gather vital dermatological data specific to tropical climates to inform the development of safe, effective, and locally sourced skincare solutions.
The program, underpinned by advanced AI-powered skin analysis technology, is designed to assess key skin health indicators—such as pigmentation, elasticity, collagen density, and moisture levels—among residents across the state. The data will be used to create evidence-based products tailored to African skin types and formulated with raw materials native to Nigeria.
The opening day saw the presence of key stakeholders including Mr. Honda T. Honda, Adamawa State Coordinator for RMRDC, along with the Council’s technical team. Dr. U. U. Modibbo of the Department of Chemistry at Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, also attended the launch alongside community leaders.
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Dr. Modibbo praised the initiative as a timely intervention and urged greater collaboration between government institutions, academia, private organizations, and local communities to sustain the momentum.
“This project is a model for how science and indigenous knowledge can come together to address both health and economic needs,” he said.
The program which attracted wide participation, including women, youth, and the elderly, eager to learn more about their skin health, marks a milestone in tropical dermatology, and underscores the importance of leveraging local resources and data-driven research to develop sustainable skincare products.
As TDRTI and RMRDC continue their collaboration, the program is expected to pave the way for a robust local skincare industry and improve health outcomes across Nigeria.
