Founded on
Compassion.
Built for Nigeria.
The International Cancer Center Abuja exists to eliminate preventable cancer deaths in Nigeria through early detection, community education, and compassionate care.
“Everybody deserves the chance to fight and survive cancer. We can give hope where there was once fear. Let us stand together to save lives.”
H.E. Hajiya Turai Umar Yar'Adua
Founder & Chairman, ICCA Nigeria
Reduce Cancer Burden in Nigeria.
Our mission is to reduce the burden of cancer in Nigeria by promoting early detection, increasing public awareness, providing access to quality care, and supporting individuals and families affected by cancer.
A Cancer-Free Nigeria.
We envision a Nigeria where every citizen has access to world-class cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment, where no life is lost to a disease that could have been caught in time.
Our Values.
Compassion
We treat every patient with dignity, empathy, and the care we would want for our own families.
Equity
Cancer doesn't discriminate by income or geography. Neither does our commitment to care.
Excellence
We hold our programmes, partnerships, and outcomes to the highest evidence-based standards.
Community
Lasting change comes from within communities. We work alongside Nigerians, not above them.
Transforming Cancer Care and Outcomes Across Nigeria Since 2008.
The International Cancer Control Association (ICCA) is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to reducing the burden of cancer across Nigeria through early detection, public awareness, improved access to quality care, and sustained patient support. Founded in Abuja in 2008 by H.E. Hajiya Turai Umar Yar'adua, ICCA was established with a clear and urgent vision: to confront the growing impact of cancer in Nigeria by building systems that enable prevention, timely diagnosis, and compassionate care.
Since its inception, ICCA has worked at the intersection of advocacy, healthcare access, and community engagement, implementing programmes that bring cancer education and services closer to the people who need them most. The organisation is guided by a commitment to advancing national health outcomes while aligning with global health priorities, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) particularly those related to health, wellbeing, and reduced inequalities.
At the core of ICCA's mission is a focus on early detection and intervention, recognising that timely diagnosis significantly improves survival outcomes. Through awareness campaigns, community outreach, and partnerships with healthcare providers, ICCA empowers individuals with the knowledge and access needed to seek care early. These efforts are complemented by initiatives that support patients throughout their treatment journey, including navigation assistance, financial support programmes, and psychosocial care for patients and their families.
ICCA's approach is rooted in collaboration. By working with government institutions, healthcare facilities, private sector partners, and international organisations, the association contributes to strengthening Nigeria's cancer response ecosystem. This includes supporting the development of diagnostic infrastructure, improving referral systems, and advocating for policies that expand access to affordable and quality cancer care.
Beyond direct healthcare interventions, ICCA is committed to building sustainable systems that address the broader challenges surrounding cancer in Nigeria. From training healthcare professionals and supporting community health workers, to fostering research and data-driven decision-making, the organisation aims to create long-term, scalable impact.
Driven by compassion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence, ICCA continues to evolve as a leading force in cancer control in Nigeria. As it looks to the future, the organisation remains focused on expanding access, deepening impact, and building a healthcare environment where every individual regardless of background has the opportunity to receive timely, effective, and dignified cancer care.