In Memory of Magdalene Ekinadose Iyamu: The Woman Behind the Vision
Every great mission often has a deeply personal story at its heart, and for the Magdalene Iyamu Cancer Foundation (MICF), that story begins with the life and legacy of Mrs. Magdalene Ekinadose Iyamu.
A Life Remembered
Mrs. Magdalene Ekinadose Iyamu was more than a mother, wife, and confidant; she was a woman whose warmth, resilience, and spirit touched everyone around her. Tragically, she passed away on October 26, 2011, after a battle with ovarian cancer. Her passing was not just a personal loss for her family — it became a catalyst for change, awareness, and action.
Her story highlighted a painful reality faced by many in Nigeria: late detection and limited awareness of cancer can have devastating consequences. This stark truth inspired her family, particularly her son, Osarumwense Jonathan Iyamu, to turn grief into purpose.
The Vision Born from Loss
Out of her memory, the Magdalene Iyamu Cancer Foundation was established. The foundation is dedicated to educating, enlightening, and assisting persons living with cancer. Its core objectives include:
- Raising medical awareness on the dangers of cancer
- Promoting the importance of early detection and regular screenings
- Providing support and care to individuals and families affected by cancer
Through MICF, Magdalene’s legacy lives on — not only in memory but in every life touched by the foundation’s outreach programs.
A Lasting Impact
The foundation’s work is more than just awareness campaigns. It has:
- Expanded community screenings across Nigeria
- Advocated for cancer prevention policies
- Earned special consultative status with the United Nations ECOSOC, giving it a platform to raise global awareness
Mrs. Magdalene Ekinadose Iyamu’s story reminds us that even in the face of loss, a single life can spark a movement of hope, education, and life-saving action.
Continuing the Legacy
Through MICF, every lecture, screening, and awareness campaign is a tribute to Magdalene’s life. Her story is woven into the very mission of the foundation: to ensure that no one else has to face cancer alone, unaware, or too late.
By remembering Magdalene Ekinadose Iyamu, MICF does more than honor her memory — it empowers thousands of Nigerians to fight cancer with knowledge, courage, and support.
