
From doing a menial job to travelling the world — all thanks to a micro-grant
Chimezie received a sponsored visa and micro-grant from NUF to start a small business in Lisbon. He now employs 5 people and has expanded to two other European countries.
The Nuwakobiri Foundation is a pipeline for social change, dedicated to empowering youth, fostering community development, and driving impactful philanthropy across Nigeria and beyond. We believe in the power of collective action to create a brighter future for all.

Who We Are
Our foundation was established with a simple but powerful belief: every person deserves hope, dignity, and the opportunity to build a better future. We recognize that many individuals and families face challenges such as poverty, limited access to education, inadequate healthcare, and social inequality. Rather than stand by, we chose to take action. Our mission is to serve with compassion, integrity, and accountability while creating sustainable solutions that transform lives and strengthen communities. We believe that meaningful change happens when people come together with a shared purpose to uplift those in need. Every project we undertake is driven by a commitment to empower vulnerable individuals, support children and families, promote education, improve healthcare access, and encourage self-reliance. We are dedicated to ensuring that every contribution, partnership, and act of kindness makes a lasting impact. I invite you to join us on this journey. Whether you choose to volunteer, donate, partner with us, or advocate for our cause, your support helps bring hope where it is needed most. Together, we can create stronger communities and a brighter future for generations to come. Thank you for believing in our vision and for being part of this mission to change lives.
"Our mission is to bring hope, restore dignity, and create lasting opportunities for vulnerable individuals and communities through compassion, service, and sustainable development."
Our Mission
What We Do
Four interconnected areas where we channel resources, expertise, and partnerships to create lasting change.
We provide scholarships, school infrastructure support, and digital literacy training to ensure every child has access to quality education — regardless of background.
Through free medical outreaches, maternal health clinics, and rural health worker training, we bring dignified, accessible healthcare to underserved communities.
We fund micro-enterprises, run vocational training centres, and connect young entrepreneurs with mentors, capital, and markets to build lasting livelihoods.
From leadership academies to safe spaces and seed grants, we invest in women and young people as the engines of community transformation.
The Process
Submit a simple application online. Our team reviews every submission and selects candidates based on need, potential, and community impact.
Selected participants undergo 8–12 weeks of skills training — ranging from business management to healthcare — delivered online and in-person.
Beneficiaries receive financial grants or scholarships and are matched with experienced mentors from our growing network.
Graduates join a lifelong network of changemakers, accessing continued learning, partnerships, and opportunities.

“The programme didn't just give me capital — it gave me the knowledge and network to use it well.”
Real Impact

Chimezie received a sponsored visa and micro-grant from NUF to start a small business in Lisbon. He now employs 5 people and has expanded to two other European countries.

Ayomide was about to drop out of secondary school before NUF's scholarship stepped in. He now studies Electrical Engineering at Bayero University, Kano.

samuel Ezeh attended the NUF Youth Leadership Academy and went on to receive a full scholarship to study in the United States.
Every contribution—no matter the size—funds scholarships, medical outreaches, and micro-grants that transform communities across Nigeria. Be a part of this movement.
The people behind the mission

Chief Barr. Ubochi is a respected community leader and advocate for youth empowerment.

Hon. Chief Chinedu Samuel Edeh is a renowned entrepreneur who has spent years building institutions that empower communities and finance in Nigeria.

Engr. Asika Daniel is a civil engineer and philanthropist with a passion for youth development and community service.
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