A Nigerian healthcare technology expert based in the United States, Dr. Bashir Agboola, has unveiled an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered telemedicine platform aimed at expanding access to quality healthcare across Nigeria, while calling on Nigerians in the diaspora to invest their expertise and resources in transforming the nation’s health sector.
Dr. Agboola, Managing Partner and Founder of Interdym, the company behind the DyeCare Telemedicine Platform and DymEMR, made the call in an interview with Emporium Reporters at the 2026 National Diaspora Day celebration in Abuja, where he showcased innovative digital health solutions designed to bridge the gap between healthcare providers and underserved communities.
He said one of Nigeria’s greatest healthcare challenges remained the uneven distribution of medical professionals, with specialists concentrated mainly in urban centres, leaving millions of people in rural areas with limited access to quality healthcare.
To address the challenge, he explained that the DymCare platform enable hospitals both public and private to provide secure virtual consultations, allowing doctors to attend to patients remotely through smartphones or telemedicine kiosks located in primary healthcare facilities.
“Healthcare is not evenly distributed, and access is still a major challenge. Our platform allows doctors in city hospitals to consult patients wherever they are through secure video technology. Patients can use their smartphones or visit a nearby primary healthcare centre equipped with a telemedicine kiosk to receive specialist care without travelling long distances,” he said.
According to him, the platform is embedded with AI-powered capabilities that assist healthcare professionals with clinical documentation and decision-making, helping them provide better patient care while reducing workload and increasing efficiency.
“Our technology enables doctors to see more patients with less stress while improving the quality of healthcare delivery. Ultimately, the DymCare telemedicine platform will extend quality healthcare to more Nigerians at lower cost and with greater convenience,” he added.
Dr. Agboola noted that the platform was intentionally developed to function within Nigeria’s telecommunications limitations, making it resilient even where internet connectivity is weak.
He explained that hospitals deploying the solution can establish telemedicine kiosks in remote communities with basic wireless internet access, enabling residents to consult doctors in urban hospitals without leaving their local communities.
“We designed the technology with Nigeria’s infrastructure in mind. Even where connectivity is limited, many functions remain operational. Hospitals can deploy telemedicine kiosks in villages using simple wireless internet access points so that patients can still receive quality medical consultations remotely,” he said.
Speaking on the state of Nigeria’s healthcare system, Dr. Agboola acknowledged the numerous challenges confronting the sector but expressed optimism that recent government initiatives indicated a growing commitment to digital healthcare transformation.
He specifically welcomed the establishment of the National Health Technology and Digital Analytics Office, describing it as a positive step towards modernising healthcare delivery through technology.
“There are certainly many challenges in our health system, but I also see progress. Government is taking important steps toward digital health, and professionals with international experience can help ensure those plans are successfully implemented,” he stated.
Drawing from nearly three decades of experience in senior healthcare leadership roles in the United States, Dr. Agboola said he was motivated to return and contribute to Nigeria’s development by deploying global best practices in healthcare technology.
“I grew up here, attended school here and started my professional career here. My family is here. This is home. I want to bring the experience I’ve gained over almost 30 years in the healthcare industry back home to improve the lives of our people,” he said.
He urged Nigerians living abroad to move beyond criticism and actively participate in national development by contributing their knowledge, skills and investments.
“There is no perfect healthcare system anywhere in the world. Every country has challenges. Rather than focusing only on what is wrong, Nigerians in the diaspora should think about what they can contribute. Whether through expertise, mentorship, advisory support or investment, everyone has something valuable to offer,” he said.
Dr. Agboola also encouraged healthcare professionals in the diaspora to build stronger collaborative networks that would enable them to support government initiatives and deliver greater impact through coordinated interventions.
Commending the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) for creating a platform that reconnects Nigerians abroad with opportunities at home, he urged the Commission to deepen its engagement by providing structured support for Nigerians seeking to return, invest or establish businesses in the country.
“NiDCOM is doing a good job bringing Nigerians together. Going forward, I believe the Commission should also provide practical resources for Nigerians overseas who want to return home, invest or resettle. There should be a reliable system that guides them through the process and connects them with the right institutions. That would encourage even greater diaspora participation in Nigeria’s development,” he said.
Dr. Agboola maintained that harnessing digital technology, artificial intelligence and the expertise of Nigerians in the diaspora would significantly improve healthcare delivery, strengthen the nation’s health system and make quality medical services more accessible to millions of Nigerians.
