The President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has appealed for prayers as he prepares for surgery at RUSH University Medical Center in Chicago, United States, as part of his ongoing treatment for Parkinson’s disease.
In a Facebook post on Thursday, November 5, 2026, Mr. Cudjoe said neurosurgeons and medical teams at RUSH University Hospital in Chicago and San Antonio University Hospital in Texas would guide him through the medical procedure.
“Today, God’s presence and spirit will guide my Neurosurgeons and the medical teams, here at RUSH University Hospital, Chicago and San Atonio University Hospital Texas. Pray with me,” he wrote.
He also expressed gratitude to individuals who facilitated his emergency travel to the United States and those who continue to support his medical journey.
Mr. Cudjoe singled out businessman Ibrahim Mahama for his generosity, disclosing that his support would also make it possible for the public to watch a documentary chronicling the preparations for his medical trip from Ghana to the United States.
“Through the generosity of my brother, Ibrahim, Mahama, you will have the opportunity to watch a documentary featuring my travel preparation from Ghana through the United States for the surgery,” he said.
Beyond his personal health journey, the IMANI Africa president said he intends to use the experience to contribute to improving specialised neurological care in Ghana.
He disclosed plans to host neurosurgeons and neurologists in the country after his successful surgery to help advance the availability of specialists, medical equipment, medicines and treatment.
“As l mentioned a few days ago, after my successful surgery, we will be hosting some neurosurgeons and neurologists in Ghana as we plan to advance the availability of skilled neurologists, medical equipment, medicines and care,” he added.
Mr. Cudjoe publicly disclosed in January 2026 that he had been living with Parkinson’s disease for eight years. He described it as a movement disorder and said he had been receiving medical support from specialists in Ghana and abroad.
In a subsequent update shared on his LinkedIn page, he disclosed that he had undergone a neuropsychological evaluation in San Antonio as part of preparations for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.
He explained that the assessment was intended to determine whether cognitive decline could affect his suitability for the procedure.
Deep brain stimulation is a surgical treatment used in some people with Parkinson’s disease, particularly when medication does not adequately control certain symptoms.
It involves implanting a device that sends electrical signals to specific areas of the brain to help regulate abnormal activity.
Mr. Cudjoe also highlighted the earning potential of specialists in the United States, saying neurosurgeons could earn up to $1 million annually, while neurologists could earn up to $250,000.
