Franklin Cudjoe is the President of IMANI Africa
The President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has publicly disclosed that he has been living with Parkinson’s disease for the past eight years, urging Ghanaians to pay closer attention to changes in their physical movements and to avoid prolonged exposure to harmful chemicals.
In a Facebook post on Thursday, January 8, 2026, Cudjoe disclosed that he had earlier mentioned at the beginning of the year that he was living with a movement disorder, which he has now confirmed to be Parkinson’s disease.
“Well, folks, it is Parkinson’s. I had been living with it for the past eight years,” he stated.
He expressed gratitude to neurologists in Ghana for their support, noting that the country has very few specialists in the field.
Cudjoe also disclosed that through the support of close acquaintances, he has been receiving medical care abroad to help manage the condition.
According to him, Parkinson’s disease has no cure but can be managed through medication and lifestyle adjustments, including diet and physical exercise, though treatment can be expensive.
“Parkinson’s has no cure but it won’t kill you. It can only be managed with expensive medication and lifestyle adjustment,” he indicated.
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Cudjoe thanked individuals who have shown concern and support since his disclosure and reaffirmed his commitment to raising awareness about the condition in Ghana.
He also pledged to continue supporting the Parkinson’s support group in the country.
Cudjoe, however, cautioned the public to seek clinical assessment if they notice changes in their physical movements and stated that while Parkinson’s can be hereditary, research indicates that genetic cases account for less than 10 per cent.
“Once again, please avoid prolonged exposure to chemicals and please go for clinical assessment once you notice changes in your physical movements,” he advised.
He encouraged the public to prioritise their health and well-being.
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