Nigerian Cancer Society team across Nigeria

Our State Chapters

Connecting communities across all 36 states with cancer prevention, support, and education services.

Chapter Digital Evolution

Positioning each state chapter as a digital hub for coordinated cancer awareness and community engagement.

Learn About Chapter
Current Directory System

Find Your Local Chapter

While we work on launching dedicated websites for each chapter, use this directory to connect with local coordinators and services.

36
States Covered
36
Local Coordinators
1
Website Live
4
Websites Planned

Abia

South east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Ass Prof Prince Ezenw

Address/Institution

Department of Community Medicine, Abia State University Teaching Hospital

jjeclinic@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Adamawa

North east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Maisaratu A. Bakari

Address/Institution

Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital

maisaratu_bakari@yahoo.com
Contact Chapter

Akwa Ibom

South south
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Ikwo Jonathan

Address/Institution

Dept of Histopathology, University of Uyo Teaching Hospital

drikwokudannya@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Anambra

South east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Ifeoma Clara Ajuba

Address/Institution

Ajuba House Nonny 10, Awka

ic.ajuba@unizik.edu.ng
Contact Chapter

Bauchi

North east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Auwal Adamu

Address/Institution

Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital

auwal.adamu@npmcn.edu.ng
Contact Chapter

Bayelsa

South south
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Timiyah Peregba West

Address/Institution

Dept of Paediatrics, Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital

timiperegba@yahoo.com
Contact Chapter

Benue

North central
Website Planned

Chapter Chairman

Samuel Anaja Otene

Address/Institution

No.1 Samuel Otene Close, Makurdi

sammy4ng@yahoo.com
Contact Chapter

Borno

North east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Hassan Mohammed

Address/Institution

Department of Surgery, University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital

hassdogo@yahoo.com
Contact Chapter

Cross River

South south
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Joseph Essien Udos

Address/Institution

Dept of Surgery, University of Calabar Teaching Hospital

udosen.essien@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Delta

South south
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Osarenkhoe Monday

Address/Institution

Department of Surgery, Delta State University Teaching Hospital

omoruyiuk@yahoo.co.uk
Contact Chapter

Ebonyi

South east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Prof Ngozi Immaculata Ugwu

Address/Institution

Department of Haematology, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital

ngoziugwu5@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Edo

South south
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Dele Eradebamwen

Address/Institution

Department of Anatomy, University of Benin Teaching Hospital

imasogie.dele@ubth.org
Contact Chapter

Ekiti

South west
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Olaogun Julius Gbenga

Address/Institution

Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital

olaogunjulius@yahoo.com
Contact Chapter

Enugu

South east Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Enugu State

enugu@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

FCT Abuja

North central
Website Planned

Chapter Chairman

Dr Popoola Olayinka

Address/Institution

National Hospital Abuja/University of Abuja Teaching Hospital

olayinkap4@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Gombe

North east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Prof Aliyu Ibrahim Law

Address/Institution

Department of Histopathology, Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe

ailawan1980@yahoo.com
Contact Chapter

Imo

South east Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Imo State

imo@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Jigawa

North west
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Jibril Abdullahi

Address/Institution

Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Federal Medical Centre Birnin Kudu

jibril.abdullah2003@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Kaduna

North west
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Prof Sunday Adeyemi

Address/Institution

Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology, Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital

adewuyisunday2014@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Kano

North west
Website Live

Chapter Chairman

Dr Salisu Yusuf

Address/Institution

No 9 Lamido Crescent, Kano

salisu.yusuf62@gmail.com

Katsina

North west
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Gaddafi Yusuf

Address/Institution

Department of Radiation Oncology, Federal Medical Centre Katsina

gmyuusuf@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Kebbi

North west Coordinator Needed
Website Planned

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Kebbi State

kebbi@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Kogi

North central
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Fadahunsi Olatunji Oluranti

Address/Institution

Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja

seyijordan@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Kwara

North central Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Kwara State

kwara@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Lagos

South west
Website Planned

Chapter Chairman

Dr Tinu Lawal Sanusi

Address/Institution

Lekky County Homes Medical Centre, Lagos

fyoucancer1@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Nasarawa

North central
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Achara Amaechi Peter

Address/Institution

Federal Medical Centre Keffi

achapet2008@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Niger

North central Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Niger State

niger@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Ogun

South west Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Ogun State

ogun@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Ondo

South west
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Olaniyi Ojo Johns

Address/Institution

Federal Medical Centre Owo

diphnsonniyi@yahoo.com
Contact Chapter

Osun

South west
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Olaejirinde Olaofe

Address/Institution

Department of Morbid Anatomy, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital

oolaofe@oaufe.edu.ng
Contact Chapter

Oyo

South west Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Oyo State

oyo@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Plateau

North central Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Plateau State

plateau@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Rivers

South south Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Rivers State

rivers@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Sokoto

North west Coordinator Needed
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Coordinator Needed

Address/Institution

Sokoto State

sokoto@ncancer.org
Contact Chapter

Taraba

North east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Mukhtar Nafiu Ajuji

Address/Institution

Department of Family Medicine, Federal Medical Centre Jalingo

nafiumukhtarajuji@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Yobe

North east
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Adamu Isa Adamu

Address/Institution

Federal Medical Centre Nguru

adamuisaadamu99@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Zamfara

North west
Website Needed

Chapter Chairman

Dr Sirajo Abubakar

Address/Institution

Department of Pathology, Federal Medical Centre Gusau

sirajoabumafara@gmail.com
Contact Chapter

Chapter Chairman Information

We are actively working to establish coordinators for all states. If you're interested in serving as a Chapter Chairman or have information about local activities, please contact us.

State Chapters

Roles and Responsibilities of State Chapters

State chapters serve as the operational backbone of the Nigerian Cancer Society, advancing national objectives through coordinated action at the community and state levels.

Core Responsibilities

Community Awareness and Education

Leading cancer awareness, prevention education, and advocacy initiatives tailored to local needs and cultural contexts.

Program Coordination and Delivery

Coordinating screenings, outreach programs, and patient support activities in alignment with national policies and standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

Building partnerships with government agencies, healthcare providers, NGOs, and community leaders to strengthen cancer control efforts.

Key Functions at the State Level

Coordination of cancer awareness and advocacy campaigns
Support services for cancer patients and caregivers
Mobilization and management of volunteers
Engagement with state and local government authorities
Data collection, reporting, and feedback to the national body
Representation of the Society at state-level forums and events

All state chapters operate under the strategic direction and governance framework of the Nigerian Cancer Society.

State Chapter Coverage Status

States with active chapters 27/36
27
Active Chapters
9
Chapters Needed
36
States Nationwide
1
Federal Capital Territory
Future Vision

Help Build Our Chapter Network

Join us in establishing active chapters across all 36 states and creating a connected network of chapter.