ARO Foundation
The Nurturing Place
An Opportunity to Thrive
Adedokun Rebecca Omolola Foundation
The Nurturing Place
Creating opportunities for vulnerable individuals through thyroid awareness, empowerment, educational support, and community outreach.
Our Vision
A future where vulnerable groups are given the opportunity to thrive.
Our Mission
We strive to create a nurturing environment where individuals can rebuild their lives, develop meaningful skills, and contribute positively to their communities and society at large.
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About Us
A mission rooted in care, dignity, and meaningful support.
The Adedokun Rebecca Omolola Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals and communities through health awareness, skills empowerment, and educational support initiatives.
Our work is centered on practical impact, compassion, and the belief that every individual deserves access to opportunity, support, and a chance to thrive.
What We Stand For
What We Do
Our Programs
We create impact through thyroid awareness, widow empowerment, youth development, and educational support for vulnerable individuals and communities.
Thyroid Awareness
Educating communities on thyroid health, early detection, and proper medical support.
Widow Empowerment
Providing support, training, and resources to help widows rebuild stable and independent lives.
Youth Skill Development
Equipping young people with practical skills, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.
Educational Support
Supporting children and vulnerable families with access to education and learning resources.
Thyroid Awareness
Understanding thyroid health can save lives.
Our thyroid awareness work focuses on helping individuals and families in Nigeria understand thyroid symptoms, the importance of early testing, and the value of timely medical attention.
The thyroid is a small gland in the neck that plays an important role in regulating metabolism, energy level, body temperature, and several essential body functions.
Many thyroid conditions go unnoticed because their symptoms are often mistaken for stress, fatigue, hormonal changes, or everyday health struggles. This is why awareness and early attention matter.
Through education and community sensitization, we aim to help more people recognize the warning signs early and seek proper medical care.
Common Warning Signs
- • Unexplained weight gain or weight loss
- • Constant tiredness or unusual weakness
- • Swelling or discomfort around the neck
- • Fast or unusually slow heartbeat
- • Mood changes, anxiety, or depression
- • Sensitivity to cold or heat
Why Awareness Matters
Many people live with thyroid-related symptoms for long periods without knowing the cause. Awareness helps people take action early.
Early Detection
Early testing and proper diagnosis can improve quality of life and help reduce avoidable complications.
Community Education
Public sensitization empowers families and communities with practical knowledge about thyroid symptoms and care.
Request Support
Need help with thyroid support or guidance?
If you or someone you know is living with a thyroid condition and needs help, guidance, awareness support, or direction on the next step, you can fill this form and our team will review the request and reach out where possible.
Please note
- • This support form does not replace medical diagnosis or emergency care.
- • Please provide clear and truthful information.
- • Our team may contact you by phone, email, or WhatsApp.
- • In urgent medical situations, please visit a hospital immediately.
Programs in Action
Our outreach and awareness work
These moments reflect the foundation’s work across stakeholder engagement, community sensitisation, World Thyroid Day awareness, and the official foundation launch activities in Lafia, Nasarawa State.
Programs & Outreach Activities
Our programs focus on thyroid awareness, community education, empowerment initiatives and public health engagement across communities.
Stakeholders Engagement
The foundation began its thyroid awareness campaign with a stakeholders engagement in Lafia, Nasarawa State, bringing together community leaders, religious leaders, health workers, and representatives of the Ministry of Health to share the mission and build local support.
Community Sensitisation Drive
The next phase focused on community sensitisation drives in churches, mosques, community centres, and market areas, helping people understand thyroid disorders, symptoms, and the importance of early testing and awareness.
World Thyroid Day Street Walk
To commemorate World Thyroid Day on 25 May 2025, the foundation organised a street walk in Lafia to raise awareness, spark public conversations, and encourage people to pay attention to thyroid health.
Foundation Launch
The foundation launch was a three-day program that included the World Thyroid Walk on 25/05/2025, school sandals distribution on 26/05/2025 at TA'AL Model Primary School and Tudun Gwandara Primary School, and the official foundation launch on 27/05/2025.
Video Highlights
Watch our awareness work
Leadership & Governance
Our Leadership Team
The ARO Foundation operates through a transparent governance structure with committed leadership guiding its humanitarian programs and impact.
Johnson Olushola Adedokun
Founder & Visioner
Johnson Olushola Adedokun is a passionate humanitarian, entrepreneur, and faith-driven leader whose life mission is centred on service, compassion, and empowering vulnerable members of society. Born on March 3, 1977 in Kaduna South LGA of Kaduna State, Nigeria, he attended LEA Primary School Ungwan Sanusi Kaduna and Olivet Baptist High School in Oyo State. He studied Architecture at Kaduna Polytechnic (OND) and later obtained his HND in Architecture from The Polytechnic Ibadan. After completing NYSC in Lafia, Nasarawa State, he began his career in architecture before venturing into business. He later earned a PGD in Management Science from Benue State University, an MBA from Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi, and an MSc in Digital Marketing from Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. His humanitarian vision was deeply shaped by his late wife Omolola Rebecca Adedokun whose legacy inspired the creation of the ARO Foundation. Through the foundation he leads initiatives empowering widows, supporting vulnerable students, promoting healthcare awareness and creating opportunities for young people. He lives and works in the United Kingdom with his family and remains committed to serving humanity through faith, compassion and purposeful leadership.
Adeleye Taiwo Shola
Member, Board of Trustees
Adeleye Taiwo Shola was born on 19 March 1974 in Mushin Lagos State Nigeria. He attended Oye Primary School Mushin and Mushin Boys High School Okota Lagos. He holds an OND from Lagos State Polytechnic, HND from Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Nasarawa State University Keffi. He is a Chartered Marketer certified by the National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria and a member of the Association of Nigerian University Professional Administrators. He currently serves as Assistant Registrar at Federal University Lafia and Resident Pastor of Gospel Faith Mission International Lafia. He is married to Theresa Oluwaseun Adeleye and they are blessed with four children.
Sofia Ojochogwu Odugbo (Enejoh)
Secretary, Board of Trustees
Sofia Ojochogwu Odugbo is an education professional and public servant who serves as Secretary of the Board of Trustees of ARO Foundation. She holds a Bachelor of Education in Language Arts from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria and previously obtained her NCE from Federal College of Education Zaria. She is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Educational Administration and Management at Nasarawa State University Keffi. She works with the Nigeria Revenue Service and lives in Abuja with her husband and their three children.
Embaga Joseph Dan
Project Coordinator
Embaga Joseph Dan is a development consultant with over 14 years of experience in NGO and public health development work. He began his career as a volunteer with Hope in Life Programme and later coordinated Shelterlife Environmental Initiative where he led implementation of the World Bank assisted HIV/AIDS HAF HPDP II project. He coordinated SHiPS for MARPs in Lafia and Karu LGAs under Society for Family Health and later contributed to the OVC ACHIEVE/ASPIRE project under Institute of Human Virology Nigeria from 2015 to 2025. He holds a Master's Degree in Peace and Conflict Studies from Federal University Lafia, an MBA from University of Maiduguri and an International Master's Certificate from Global Entrepreneurship Institute USA. He also holds an HND in Business Administration from Kaduna Polytechnic and is currently pursuing a PhD in Diplomacy Security and Strategic Studies.
Babatunde Olusegun Adewale
Project Manager
Babatunde Olusegun Adewale is an experienced Project Manager, Architect and Interior Designer with over 15 years professional experience. He currently serves as Project Manager and Interior Design Coordinator at Ambience Consultants Limited Abuja. He has coordinated major interior and furniture projects including Abuja Continental Hotel, Bank of Industry Headquarters and offices within the World Trade Centre Abuja. He holds an MSc in Architectural Engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals Saudi Arabia, a BSc in Architecture from University of Lagos and an HND in Architectural Technology from The Polytechnic Ibadan.
Our Impact
Building hope through awareness, empowerment, and support
We are committed to creating meaningful change in vulnerable communities through health awareness, skills development, and practical support initiatives that help people thrive.
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A mission that goes beyond words
From raising awareness of thyroid diseases to empowering widows, supporting children’s education, and equipping youth with practical skills, the foundation exists to create opportunities where they are needed most.
Why It Matters
Every initiative is aimed at restoring dignity, strengthening communities, and helping vulnerable people access support, opportunity, and hope.
Our Outreach Activities
Through awareness programs, training initiatives, and community support activities, the foundation continues to reach and empower vulnerable individuals across communities.
Support Our Work
Make a Donation
Your support helps us continue thyroid awareness campaigns, community outreach, widow empowerment, youth training, and educational support for vulnerable individuals.
Account Name
Adedokun Rebecca Omolola A.R.O Foundation
Bank Name
Moniepoint Microfinance Bank
Account Number
8036144445
Donation Confirmation
WhatsApp: +234 803 614 4445
Email: aroffoundation@gmail.com
Contact Us
Let’s work together for impact.
Reach out to volunteer, partner with the foundation, support a program, or learn more about our mission and activities.
Phone: +234 803 614 4445
Instagram: @aroffoundation
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