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Taiso Institute of Traditional medicine, Research and Allied studies; an accredited training and research institution in Nigeria dedicated to the integration, professionalization, and elevation of Traditional medicine within modern health systems.

With a vision and strategic focus, we pioneered Nigeria’s first structured certificate and advance programs in traditional medicine health practices.

Our Core Values

At TAISO Institute of Traditional Medicine, Research and Allied Studies, our core values define who we are and guide every aspect of work-from education and research to collaboration and community engagement:

1. Scientific Integrity

We are committed to rigorous, evidence based research that validates traditional medicine and upholds the highest standards of academic and clinical excellence.

Innovation

We embrace creativity and technological advancement to develop natural medicine solutions that respond to the evolving needs of global healthcare.

Collaboration

We actively foster partnerships with local and international institutions, practitioners, and researchers to promote shared learning, capacity building, and collective impact.

Cultural Respect

We honor the rich heritage and diversity of traditional medicine practices, recognizing the value of indigenous knowledge and wisdom in healthcare.

Excellence in Education

We provide learner-centered, high-quality education and hands-on training that prepare professionals for effective, ethical, and integrative healthcare practice.

Community-Centered Approach

We are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of communities by making traditional medicine accessible, relevant, and responsive to real-world challenges.

Sustainability

We promote eco-friendly, ethical, and sustainable practices in the cultivation, preparation, and application of herbal and natural medicines.

Professionalism

We instill a strong sense of responsibility, accountability, and ethical conduct in all our students, faculty, and partners.

Our Vision

To be a leading institute in advancing evidence-based traditional medicine, promoting its integration into global healthcare system and enhancing the well-being of diverse populations through research, education and innovation.

Our Mission

To provide high-quality education, research. Practical training in traditional medicine, ensuring it scientific validation and integration into modern healthcare. We are committed to empowering professionals, fostering collaborations with global health institutions, and advancing innovation in natural medicine for the well-being of communities worldwide.

Our Goals

The Taiso Institute of Traditional Medicine, Research and Allied Studies is strategically positioned to redefine traditional healthcare delivery through a structured, evidence-driven, and professionally regulated approach. Our goal is to:

~~ Develop a new cadre of certified Traditional Medicine Health Workers equipped with the diagnostic, therapeutic, and clinical competencies required for integration into Nigeria’s primary healthcare system.

~~ Drive cutting-edge research and pharmacognostic studies that validate indigenous medical knowledge, optimize herbal formulations, and establish clinical protocols for traditional treatments

~~ Establish a translational knowledge hub where traditional wisdom meets modern science, fostering innovation in herbal medicine manufacturing, quality control, and therapeutic efficacy.

~~ Promote inter-sectoral collaboration with regulatory bodies, academic institutions, and global health organizations to influence policy, standardize practices, and enhance public trust in traditional medicine.

~~Serve as an incubation platform for natural product development, supporting entrepreneurs and practitioners through technical training, product testing, and commercialization strategies.

Through these tactical pathways, Taiso Institute aims to institutionalize traditional medicine as a professionally governed, research-anchored, and economically viable pillar of national and global health systems.