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Welcome to the Intercountry Centre for Oral Health (ICOH) for Africa. Established in 1988 in response to the recommendations from the International Congress of Oral Health Research Needs and Training in Africa, ICOH for Africa has been dedicated to advancing oral health research, training, and demonstration across the African region.
As a leading institution in oral health, ICOH for Africa strives to address oral health challenges through innovative research, comprehensive training programs, and preventive initiatives. Our mission is to develop strategic initiatives that promote oral health, enhance knowledge, and improve the well-being of communities throughout Africa.
At ICOH for Africa, we are committed to fostering collaborative efforts among African nations and international partners to create sustainable solutions for oral health care. Our team of experts is dedicated to advancing the field of oral health through cutting-edge research, education, and community outreach.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our programs, research initiatives, and the impact of our work. Together, we can achieve a future where optimal oral health is accessible to all.
Thank you for visiting ICOH for Africa. We look forward to collaborating with you to improve oral health across the continent
- Dr Olaniyi Taiwo (Director/CEO)
The Intercountry Centre for Oral Health (ICOH) for Africa was established following the recommendations of the International Congress of Oral Health Research Needs and Training in Africa held in Lagos, Nigeria, in February 1982, with the goal of creating a dedicated centre for oral health research, training, and demonstration across the African region.
Following extensive discussions, the Federal Government of Nigeria and the World Health Organization (WHO) signed an agreement to establish the centre. In 1988, ICOH was formally inaugurated in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, with a mandate to serve 50 collaborating countries in the African region and all Nigerian states.
In 2000, the Nigerian Federal Government recognized ICOH as a full-fledged parastatal under the Federal Ministry of Health. A subsequent name change was proposed in 2002 to the Regional Centre for Oral Health Research and Training Initiatives (RCORTI) for Africa. However, as this name was not enacted into law, the Centre continues to operate as ICOH for Africa.
To enhance and strengthen collaborative research and training efforts among WHO African Regional member countries, aligned with the WHO Oral Health Strategy for Regional Health Sector Reform.
To develop strategic initiatives and create an optimal environment for comprehensive research, training, and demonstration activities focused on oral health and related conditions.
