Conjoined Twins: Sanomi, Kwajafa Hail Donors Over N300m Raised

The Dickens Sanomi Foundation (DSF) and the Global Initiative for Peace, Love, and Care (GIPLC) have extended their appreciation to donors, collaborators, and stakeholders who contributed to the ₦300 million fund for life-saving medical interventions.

The donation, presented through GIPLC, will provide critical surgeries for Hassan and Hussaina, a pair of five-year-old conjoined twins, as well as eleven other children battling severe health conditions.

Speaking in Abuja during the donation presentation yesterday on behalf of DSF, Igho Charles Sanomi, Grand Patron of GIPLC, emphasised that the essence of true giving is not recognition but transformation.

Extending appreciation to anonymous donors, including the Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation, a longstanding supporter of GIPLC’s mission—along with others whose silent yet impactful contributions have transformed lives, Sanomi said, “Our heartfelt appreciation to every anonymous donor who has stepped forward to support a cause that embodies the very essence of humanity, giving hope where it is needed most.

“Today, we celebrate not just the power of generosity but also the power of unity. Through your selfless contributions, a pair of conjoined twins, two innocent lives bound together by fate, have been given a chance at a brighter, healthier future.

“Your kindness has transformed what seemed impossible into a reality, offering these children the hope of a new beginning.

“This incredible journey would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of the Global Goodwill.

“Though your names remain unknown, your impact will forever be remembered. You have you who remind us all that we are each other’s keepers.

“Today, we celebrate not just generosity but unity. We have shown that true giving does not seek recognition, it seeks change, it seeks healing, and it seeks love. Through your selfless contributions, these children have a future filled with hope,” he said.

“This incredible journey would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of the Global with access to life-changing medical care but has also reaffirmed the power of collective vulnerable children who have once again brought together compassionate hearts from all walks of GIPLC, whose unwavering commitment to the welfare of life.

“GIPLC’s dedication, combined with your generosity, has not only provided these twins goodwill.

“Though your names remain unknown, your impact will forever be remembered. You have demonstrated that true giving does not seek recognition. It seeks change, it seeks healing, and it seeks love.

“The Dickens Sanomi Foundation is proud to stand alongside individuals like you who remind us that we are each other’s keepers”.

Represented by Goodluck Hayi, Sanomi reflected on his father’s legacy of kindness, noting that supporting vulnerable children continues the values he upheld.

Noting that the event coincided with the 24th anniversary of the passing of AIG Dickens Sanomi, after whom the foundation was named, Sanomi said, “My father dedicated his life to service and compassion. On this day, as we remember him, we also reaffirm our commitment to helping those in need. This is about giving back to life itself.”

Sanomi, however, urged well-meaning Nigerians not to relent in the act of lifting the underprivileged and the vulnerable, saying, “As we continue on this journey of transforming lives, let this act of kindness be a beacon of hope, inspiring others to give without hesitation and to love without boundaries.

“Today, we celebrate life, we celebrate compassion, and above all, we celebrate you, our anonymous heroes.”

On his part, Hayi underscored the need for more private sector and government support in addressing medical challenges faced by underprivileged children.

Echoing the power of unity in making the world a better place for all, Hayi said, “We need to come together as stakeholders to support credible organisations that are truly making a difference. Governments have various responsibilities, but private individuals and organisations can complement these efforts.

“If we all contribute, we can create a system that ensures every child, regardless of their condition, has access to life-saving medical care,” Hayi urged.

The national coordinator of GIPLC, Nuhu Kwajafa, said his organisation has been at the forefront of medical interventions for children with critical health conditions for 19 years, raising over $7 million.

While he noted that the journey has been both challenging and fulfilling, Kwajafa stressed, “At the end of the day, seeing these children get a second chance at life makes everything worth it.”

He also encouraged Nigerians to support vulnerable children in any way possible, “It doesn’t always have to be money. Sometimes, just offering your time or a simple act of kindness can make a difference,” he emphasised.

He said GIPLC is aiming for a major milestone: establishing a specialised children’s hospital in Nigeria.

“The high cost of flying children abroad for medical procedures has prompted the organisation to collaborate with its partners, including the Dickson Sanomi Foundation and Abu Kabil Aliou Foundation, to set up a facility in Abuja.

“We hope to launch this campaign by 2027 or 2028,” Kwajafa revealed. “Even if it starts as a small facility, it will provide life-saving care for vulnerable children who otherwise have nowhere to turn,” he noted.

The conjoined twins got a donation of N118m while several other children got between N1 and N14 million for surgeries for life-threatening health issues like cancer, kidney, hip and bone marrow transplants, among others.

The father of the conjoined twins, Mohammad Ashiru, a former poultry worker who is currently unemployed, expressed gratitude to the DSF, GIPLC, and others who have “Made life worth living for my children.”