DR LANRE SHITTU
Chairman, Dele Group

Dr. Lanre Shittu

Dr. Lanre Shittu is an accomplished Healthcare Executive and physician with over a decade of experience in medical leadership and entrepreneurial ventures. As Chairman of Dele Group, he spearheads a leading medical consumables manufacturing conglomerate in Sub-Saharan Africa, comprising HMA Medical Ltd. and Ayo-Ayodele Pharmaceutical Chemist Limited. Under his strategic leadership, the group has established itself as a pioneering force in the production of essential medical consumables, including syringes, hypodermic needles, intravenous infusion, absorbent cotton wool, and sanitary pads.

Professional Profile

Dr. Shittu has demonstrated exceptional business acumen by significantly expanding the organization’s revenue and operational footprint. His expertise spans hospital program development, contract negotiations, and healthcare operations optimization, having successfully established multiple hospital programs from inception to completion.

Board-certified in Internal Medicine, Dr. Shittu earned his Medical Degree from Ahmadu Bello University and complemented his clinical expertise with a Diploma in Global Business Management from the University of California, Riverside. His diverse experience includes roles as Medical Director at Black River Memorial Hospital and clinical positions across multiple prestigious healthcare institutions.

Dr. Shittu’s commitment to medical advancement extends beyond practice to research, with notable presentations on infective endocarditis and peripheral arterial disease. His work has been recognized with an Excellence Award for Outstanding Teamwork and Leadership from Black River Memorial Hospital.