Citizens Health Initiative Welcomes Ambassador Bola Asaju to Board of Directors

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Decemeber 2025 | New York, NY

CITIZENS HEALTH INITIATIVE

Citizens Health Initiative Welcomes Ambassador Bola Asaju to Its Board of Directors

Career diplomat and UN Third Committee expert joins CHI leadership, bringing distinguished expertise in social development, humanitarian affairs, and global health policy.

NEW YORK, NY — The Citizens Health Initiative (CHI), is proud to announce the appointment of Ambassador Bola Asaju to its Board of Directors. A career diplomat currently serving as a Minister at the Permanent Mission of Nigeria to the United Nations, Ambassador Asaju brings a profound depth of experience in social, humanitarian, and health policy to the organization's leadership.

A Professional Dedicated to Human Welfare

Ambassador Asaju’s career is defined by her meticulous work within the UN’s Third Committee, where she manages complex portfolios related to social development, humanitarian affairs, and public health frameworks. Her expertise lies in translating high-level policy into tangible protections for the most vulnerable, including her significant advocacy for the rights of older persons and individuals with disabilities.

Building Trust Through Integrity

Beyond her official rank, Ambassador Asaju is known for her principled leadership and a genuine, personal commitment to service. She joins the CHI board with a clear focus on ensuring that health initiatives are grounded in compassion and ethical oversight. Her presence humanizes the board, providing a bridge between administrative governance and the real-world health needs of the people CHI serves.

“Ambassador Asaju is a rare leader who pairs technical policy mastery with a deep-seated empathy for the human condition. Her insight into social and humanitarian welfare will be invaluable as we work to ensure that every individual has the opportunity to live a healthy, dignified life.”

— Spokesperson, Citizens Health Initiative

About Citizens Health Initiative

Citizens Health Initiative is a U.S.-based nonprofit committed to advancing equitable access to health information, prevention, and advocacy. Through evidence-based programs and strategic partnerships, CHI works to ensure that every individual—regardless of background—has the opportunity to live a healthy, dignified life.

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