The Lovely AB Foundation was established to honor the extraordinary life, values, and legacy of Chief Alfred Bolounduro Unuagbie Okhidievbie, fondly known as “Lovely AB.”
A man of compassion, humility, leadership, and generosity, Chief Okhidievbie touched the lives of many with his warmth and commitment to community welfare.
The foundation exists to carry forward that same spirit of love and service by supporting individuals and families affected by dementia and sickle cell disease — two conditions that personally touched his life and family.
At the beginning of 2024, Ambassador Dr. Roy Oamien Okhidievbie felt a deep conviction to properly honor the memory of his father.
He noticed that Chief Okhidievbie had not been commemorated or remembered publicly, even on Father’s Day — something that weighed heavily on him.
Guided by a desire to preserve his father’s legacy, he took meaningful steps:
He initiated the writing of a comprehensive biography titled:
“A Biography of Chief Alfred Bolounduro Unuagbie Okhidievbie – The Life and Times of a Legend.”
He partnered with his sister, Dr. Joy Osazuwa, an accomplished editor, to document their father’s life story.
And ultimately, he founded the Lovely AB Foundation to transform remembrance into impact.
This foundation stands as a living tribute — a continuation of Chief Okhidievbie’s values of love, unity, and service.
The inspiration behind the foundation is deeply personal:
Chief Okhidievbie battled dementia during the later years of his life.
Two of his grandchildren are living with sickle cell anemia, facing the daily challenges that come with the condition.
These experiences moved the family to create a platform that offers support, care, hope, and advocacy for families facing similar struggles.
The foundation is more than a memorial —
The Lovely AB Foundation is dedicated to:
Raising awareness about dementia and sickle cell disease
Providing education and support for patients and caregivers
Funding and promoting medical research
Establishing care centers in underserved communities
Promoting policies that improve health access and patient rights
Creating platforms of support where no family feels alone
We envision a world where:
Dementia and sickle cell disease are better understood
Individuals affected receive compassionate care and support
Communities are educated and empowered
Medical breakthroughs lead to effective treatments and cures
Vulnerable families are given hope and strength
