Olikoye Ransome-Kuti: a treasured advocate for primary health care and a pioneer of good health governance

Abstract

Given the phenomenal contributions he made to primary health care worldwide, and to the promotion of sexual and reproductive health care in the African region, the African Journal of Reproductive Health (AJRH) has considered it worthwhile to dedicate a special edition to mark the 20th anniversary of his death with the hope that this will help to reawaken consciousness in the principal elements of social justice, equity, and social inclusion in health care for which he devoted his life. The AJRH believes that despite its numerous challenges, Africa has leading innovators and exemplars in the field of health that have helped and can help to revamp the daunting health systems challenge and revigorate development in the continent. It is only by showcasing these leaders and innovators that new patterns of visionaries for growth and development can be thrown up in the region. We believe strongly that Professor Olikoye Ransome-Kuti is one such leader and despite his death, his memories can help to rejig the pathway that need to be followed to reactivate health care delivery and innovations in Africa