Nigeria Leaders

CEO, PEJ Investment Cooperative Union Precious is an expert in women and girls mentorship, a community-based microfinance developer, an entrepreneur and a former banker with over 15 years of experience. She has worked with the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Ethics and Value and was the State Coordinator of the six Area Councils in FCT, Abuja, … Read More

Youth Advisor to the European Union Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS Esohe Ekunwe is a dedicated advocate for women and girls’ empowerment, leveraging her five years of expertise in marketing and corporate communications to drive positive change. Currently serving as the Director of Strategy and Operations at Tech Herfrica, she plays a pivotal role in leading initiatives aimed at providing … Read More

Program Manager, Health Reform Foundation of Nigeria (HERFON) Opeyemi is a versatile development and public health practitioner. He currently leads projects at the national and state chapters of his organization to advocate for health reform, mainstreaming gender and social inclusion. Over the years, he has developed a passion to support the rights of women and the girl-child and other vulnerable … Read More

Program Officer, Centre for Women Youth and Community Action Nmachukwu Gloria Ihegworo is a girl-child advocate, an avid reader and novice writer. She works as a Program Officer with Centre for Women, Youth and Community Action (NACWYCA), an NGO in Lafia Nasarawa State. One of her roles is to ensure that children, especially the girls of Nasarawa State are educated. … Read More

Advocacy, Policy, and Communication Director, Think Positive Live Positive Support Initiative Kalu Kingsley (Kelsey) is a dedicated media advocate and Advocacy, Policy, and Communication Director for the Think Positive Live Positive Support Initiative (TPLPI). In this capacity, Kingsley spearheads initiatives to amplify the voices and rights of marginalized communities, particularly transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, through storytelling and advocacy. They passionately … Read More

Senior Program Manager, Global Peace Foundation Nigeria Abdul Ahmed is a seasoned Senior Program Manager and advocacy subject matter expert, currently leading programs at Global Peace Foundation Nigeria. Advocating for peace and gender justice, Abdul is dedicated to empowering women and fostering peace and socio-economic progress, particularly in marginalized communities. With over 12 years of experience, his career highlights include … Read More

Program Manager, Speak Out Africa Initiative Blessing C. Agu is a dedicated advocate for women safety and rights within her community. Currently as the Program Manager at Speak Out Africa Initiative, she spearheads the Saving Women On Transit (SWOT) project, addressing the surge of one-chance crimes targeting women and girls in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria. Passionate about advancing women’s … Read More

Program Manager, Youth, Orphans and Widows Empowerment Eric John is a passionate advocate for the rights of marginalized groups. As a Program Manager with Youth, Orphans and Widows Empowerment (YOWE), he ensures programs have access to underserved communities. With a background in peacebuilding and extensive experience in community demand creation, Eric is dedicated to promoting justice, equity and dignity for … Read More

State President/Project Coordinator, National Council for Women Societies (NCWS), Anambra State Branch Theresa Ugoyibo Nnalue is the State President/Project Coordinator at the National Council for Women Societies (NCWS). Theresa is working to promote the economic and social welfare of women, girls, and children, with special emphasis on health education skills and vocational education. She sensitizes the people and advocates for … Read More

Executive Director, Women & Girls Capabilities & Empowerment Organization Oluwatoyin Olabisi a gender and development expert and the Executive Director of Women and Girls Capabilities and Empowerment Organization (WGCEO). In her current role, she is responsible for putting in place the organization’s strategic plans and working with the Board to analyze and assess the impact of program activities. Oluwatoyin is … Read More