About Us
The African Diaspora Health Foundation (ADHF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered in both the United States and Nigeria. Founded by Ichie Emmanuel Okwuosa and Barr. Lolo Chisorom Okwuosa, ADHF is driven by the belief that no one should die due to fake medications or the inability to afford life-saving treatments like dialysis.
Since its inception in 2022, ADHF has been committed to increasing access to quality and affordable healthcare for underserved African communities. With initiatives that include distributing over $2 million worth of authentic medications and medical supplies, subsidizing dialysis treatments, and screening over 1,200 CKD patients, ADHF is transforming lives by tackling healthcare challenges head-on.
Through collaboration with governmental and non-governmental hospitals in Nigeria, ADHF continues to make a significant impact, ensuring that those in need receive life-saving care and treatments.
Motto
Transforming Lives Through Healthcare.
Mission
To increase access to quality and affordable healthcare for less privileged Africans by providing authentic medications and subsidies for dialysis treatments.
We believe that no person should die from taking fake medications or because they could not afford dialysis treatment.
Vision
A future where every African, regardless of their socioeconomic status, has access to quality healthcare, free from the dangers of counterfeit medications and unaffordable treatments.
Core Values
Compassion
Providing healthcare solutions with empathy and understanding
Integrity
Ensuring authenticity and trustworthiness in every service we offer.
Equity
Bridging the gap in healthcare access for underserved communities.
Excellence
Delivering the highest standards of medical care and support.
Collaboration
Partnering with local and international stakeholders to create sustainable impact.
History of the ADHF
History of the Organization
Access to quality healthcare is a luxury that millions in Africa cannot afford. Recognizing this disparity, the Africa Diaspora Health Foundation (ADHF) was established to bridge the gap. ADHF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded by the visionary couple, Ichie Emmanuel Okwuosa and his wife, Barista Lolo Chisoram Okwuosa. The foundation is driven by the profound belief that “No person should die from taking fake medications or because they cannot afford dialysis treatments.”
The journey of ADHF began with a deeply personal experience. Thirty years ago, Ichie Emmanuel suffered sudden renal failure caused by malaria after a visit to Nigeria. Fortunately, he was treated in the United States, where he received life-saving care during a six-week hospitalization. Grateful for his recovery, the Okwuosas made a pledge to God: to dedicate their lives to giving back to those without access to the healthcare that saved Emmanuel’s life.
The Healthcare Crisis in Nigeria
ADHF was founded in response to the pressing healthcare challenges faced by Nigerians, including:
- Over 70% of medications in Nigeria being fake.
- 500,000 Nigerians dying annually due to fake medications.
- 17 million Nigerians suffering from chronic kidney disease (CKD).
- A lack of an effective government-run healthcare system.
These alarming realities fueled the Okwuosas’ commitment to create a sustainable solution for underserved communities across Africa.
ADHF’s Impact
Since its establishment, ADHF has made a significant impact through its initiatives:
- Distribution of Authentic Medications: ADHF has delivered over $2 million worth of authentic U.S. medications to hospitals across Nigeria.
- Medical Screening: The foundation has partnered with local hospitals to screen over 1,200 CKD patients.
- Subsidized Dialysis Treatments: More than 100 patients have received subsidized dialysis treatments, with half of these costs covered directly by the Okwuosas and ADHF.
- State-of-the-Art Medical Facility: The couple exhausted their personal savings to build and equip an ultra-modern medical facility in Nigeria. This facility provides free or highly subsidized services, including:
- Doctor consultations
- Eye examinations
- Maternal care
- U.S.-sourced medications
- Dialysis treatments with designated machines for HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C patients
Community Outreach
Every two months, ADHF organizes medical outreach programs, reaching 300–500 individuals in 18 to 20 rural and urban communities. These outreach events offer free consultations and authentic medications, ensuring that underserved populations receive the care they need.
Ongoing Dedication
The Okwuosas’ vision for ADHF has culminated in initiatives like the 2024 Saving Hearts and Kidneys Gala, a fundraising event to sustain and expand the foundation’s life-saving programs.
ADHF’s history is a testament to its founders’ unwavering commitment to ensuring that access to healthcare is a right, not a privilege, for all Africans. Their tireless efforts continue to save lives and bring hope to countless individuals and families.
About the Founders
Ichie Emmanuel I. Okwuosa
Founder
Ichie Emmanuel I. Okwuosa is a distinguished Nigerian entrepreneur, US-trained Accountant, and Software Project Manager with a Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Barr. Chisorom U. Okwuosa
Co-Founder
Barr. Chisorom U. Okwuosa is a retired US-trained lawyer with a distinguished career spanning 34 years of legal practice in Alabama and California. Her remarkable journey includes serving as a Deputy District Attorney in Montgomery County.