From stitching fabric to mending hearts: Beneficiary Testimonial of Nwokocha Osondy Paul
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The importance of volunteerism is saving lives
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What I Learned About Giving Back from an Open Heart Surgery Beneficiary Reflecting on my journey of giving back, I trace its roots back to my university years at the American University of Nigeria. It all began in my first year when every Saturday, a bus would take us to Wuro Hausa in Yola, Adamawa […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Adedayo Ogunaye, RN
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Meet Adedayo, a dedicated nurse from the University College Hospital, Ibadan, whose passion for caring knows no bounds. 🏥 Inspired by a friend, Adedayo embarked on a journey, traversing long roads to join the Medical Mission by Sir Emeka Okwuosa Foundation and VOOM Foundation at Dame Irene Okwuosa Memorial in Anambra State. Taking a break […]
Tiny Heart, Mighty Warrior: A Tale of Hope and Resilience
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In the quiet corridors of the paediatric cardiology ward, a ten-month-old warrior fought a battle beyond her understanding. Meet little Zeena, the youngest patient to undergo open-heart surgery in a hospital filled with brave hearts and resilient souls. Hers is a story of courage, love, and the indomitable human spirit. Zeena’s journey began when her […]
A Heartwarming Triumph: Sir Emeka Okwuosa’s Compassion Transforms Lives in Kogi State
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Introduction: In the heart of Kogi state, Mopelola’s Adeyemi Olabuju’s world was forever changed when her 3-month-old son Prevail was diagnosed with Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF), a life-threatening heart condition that stops the flow of oxygen in the heart. For months, she navigated the emotional and financial struggles that came with seeking medical help for […]
Unbreakable Bonds: Wafia’s Journey to Healing and the Strength of Family Love
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In the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria, a tale of unwavering love and resilience unfolds as the Sir Emeka Okwuosa Foundation (SEOF) becomes the beacon of hope for little Wafia Abdullahi, a 3-year-old girl facing the challenge of a congenital heart condition called Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) . What makes this story truly extraordinary is […]
A Triumph of Perseverance: Oluchi’s Journey to a Healthy Heart
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Introduction In the tapestry of life, sometimes the threads of resilience, love, and unwavering determination weave the most beautiful stories. This is the inspiring tale of Oluchi Asoegwu, a bright-eyed 6-year-old with a heart condition Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD), also known as “Hole In the Heart”, and her indomitable parents who refused to accept defeat in the […]
A Heart Transformed: Chikamso’s Journey from Beneficiary to Aspiring Doctor
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In the quiet village of Unurushi, Enugu, Nigeria, a story of resilience and inspiration unfolded with 13-year-old Chikamso at its center. Once a patient in need of life-saving open-heart surgery, he now aspires to become a doctor, driven by the compassion he experienced during the Sir Emeka Okwuosa Foundation’s (SEOF) Open Heart Surgery Medical Mission. Discovery […]