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Health First.
Hope Always.
Every mother. Every child. Every community. As one of the leading health NGOs in Nigeria, we bridge gaps in healthcare access with compassion, data, and local partnerships.
About Us
Health First Africa is a registered non-profit health NGO in Abuja, Nigeria, dedicated to improving health outcomes and promoting equitable healthcare access for underserved populations.
As one of the premier healthcare NGOs in Nigeria, we commit to ensuring complete transparency, strict accountability, and the absolute highest standards of service delivery across all of our community health programs.
Through calculated resource distribution and verified field interventions, we work alongside local stakeholders to maximize the long-term operational impact of our medical and structural healthcare initiatives.
Our Mission
Health First Africa is dedicated to improving the quality of life for vulnerable and underserved populations in Nigeria through the delivery of inclusive, high-impact health and social interventions.
We focus on combating HIV/AIDS, enhancing Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (RMNCH), and promoting youth empowerment and economic resilience as pillars of lasting community transformation.
Our mission is driven by a commitment to expanding access to comprehensive, people-centered healthcare services, advancing health education, and addressing health disparities through community-based and culturally relevant approaches.
We empower individuals—especially women, adolescents, and young people—with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities to lead healthy and productive lives.
Through strategic partnerships, programming, and capacity building, we work to strengthen health systems, reduce stigma, and foster economic independence. At our core is the belief that sustainable development begins with health equity, empowerment, and dignity for all.
Our Vision
To foster healthy and socially empowered communities through access to quality health and social services for structurally underserved populations.
Health Equity First
We envision a society where geographic location, economic status, or social standing no longer dictate an individual's quality of care or life expectancy.
Social Empowerment
By bridging the gap between healthcare access and systemic development, we look forward to building self-sustaining, resilient local communities.
Our Core Values
At the heart of Health First Africa are values that guide everything we do—from strategic planning to the smallest acts of service.
Equity
We believe that everyone, regardless of background, status, or circumstance, deserves equal access to quality healthcare and opportunities. Our programs are designed to remove barriers and promote fairness in every community we serve.
Dignity
We treat every individual with respect, compassion, and empathy. Upholding human dignity is at the heart of our work, ensuring that clients, staff, and partners are valued and heard.
Partnerships
We thrive on collaboration. By building strong partnerships with communities, governments, and organizations, we amplify impact and co-create sustainable solutions for health and development.
Accountability
We are committed to transparency, integrity, and excellence. We take responsibility for our actions and continuously measure our performance to ensure we deliver on our promises.
What We Do
At Health First Africa, our mission is a call to action. As a dedicated health NGO in Abuja, Nigeria, we design community-driven solutions for local health challenges through equity and empowerment.
Health Access
Expanding Access to Healthcare
People-centered health services, ensuring even the most remote communities are not left behind.
Combating HIV/AIDS
From testing to treatment and psychosocial support, we tackle HIV with compassion and science.
Promoting RMNCH
Essential care from reproductive health to newborn services—building stronger families.
Empowerment & Education
Empowering Youth
We equip adolescents with life skills, leadership tools, and sexual health education.
Economic Resilience
Helping women and youth break cycles of poverty through vocational and income programs.
Advancing Health Education
Evidence-based campaigns that empower people to make informed, life-saving choices.
Sustainability & Justice
Community-Driven Solutions
Programs co-created with local communities for culturally relevant, sustainable impact.
Strategic Partnerships
Working with governments, NGOs, and donors to drive lasting health systems change.
Tackling Health Inequities
Advocating for inclusion, access, and systemic reform to fight injustice in health.
Ensuring Long-Term Impact
Data-driven, adaptive, and accountable work—ensuring change lasts where it's needed.
Our Impact
Measurable change, real lives transformed. Click across our key milestones to see how we're making a difference.
Essential Care across FCT
Through community outreach, facility-based support, and targeted health interventions, we provided essential health education and services to over 11,000 individuals, improving healthcare access and local outcomes.
Our Work in Action
Glimpses of our impact — from grassroots community outreach to medical training campaigns across underserved locations.
Community Access
Delivering essential health services to remote communities across FCT.
Provider Upskilling
Equipping local professionals with critical maternal and newborn care skills.
Child Well-being
Growth monitoring and healthcare tracking for infants and children.
Volunteer With Us
Join our mission to create healthier communities! As a volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our programs, from health education and outreach to community mobilization and empowerment.
Whether you have a few hours a week or want to contribute your specialized skills on a project basis, your time and passion can make a real difference. Together, we can build a stronger, healthier future for all.
Contact Us
We’d love to hear from you. Whether it's structural inquiries, global partnerships, or project collaborations—reach out to our team.
Contact Information
Regional Hub & Headquarters
House 1, Pephilaz Homes, Opposite Aco Estate, Fisas Road, Off Lilian Street, Lugbe-Abuja, Nigeria