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Aerial view of Aba Main Park and surrounding commercial district, Abia State

Abia Community Health Initiative

Rooted in Abia. Committed to Healthier Communities.

Bringing healthcare professionals, communities, and supporters together to improve access to compassionate healthcare across Abia State.

Aba Main Park, Aba — one of Nigeria's busiest commercial centres. Photo: Casattv, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped)

Our story

Started by people from Umuahia, Arochukwu, and Olokoro who want the communities that raised them to have better access to care.

Our founders now work in nursing and technology in the United Kingdom and the United States. They have seen how much difference early checks, clear health advice, and a timely referral can make.

We are starting with one carefully planned medical outreach, and building the partnerships and governance a longer-term effort needs. Read our story

The Abia connection

Home is where the work begins.

From the markets of Aba to the capital at Umuahia and the old trading routes of Arochukwu, Abia's communities have a strong sense of belonging. We want healthcare to be part of that belonging.

Outdoor exhibits under shelters on the grounds of the National War Museum, Umuahia
National War Museum, Umuahia — in the state capital. Photo: Umargana1, CC BY-SA 4.0
Stone steps leading through forest at a heritage site in Arochukwu
The 79 steps, Arochukwu — part of the area's historic heritage. Photo: Goodymeraj, CC BY-SA 4.0
Discover Abia

Our future

What we hope to build next.

These programs are proposed. Each will be launched only once it is properly planned, staffed, and approved.

Founding team

The founders.

Join the mission

There is a role for everyone who cares about Abia.

A Healthier Abia, One Community at a Time.