About Us

The Nigeria Philanthropy Office (NPO) is a private-led coordinating office, located in the Office of the Vice President to drive high level catalytic philanthropic support for MSMEs for targeted sectors that have high job creation potential.

The Office is aligned with the job creation vision of President Tinubu and the administration's ongoing work with MSMEs.

The office will make it easier for the government to achieve its job creation goals by working with donors, impact investors, financial institutions and foundations.

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Our Objectives

Startup Funding

Deploy $200m catalytic financing for startups to create 1 million NEW jobs over 4 years

Community Partnerships

Create a platform to stimulate and organise local and global philanthropic partnerships with the Federal Government

SME Support

Encourage & Support a conducive environment for inward philanthropic investments in SMEsM

OUR TeamMEET OUR COMMITTEE MEMBERS

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Mrs Thelma Ekiyor-Solanke
Chairperson
Mrs Thelma Ekiyor-Solanke

Chairperson

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Mr Tola Adekunle Johnson

(SSA to the President on Job Creation and MSMEs)

Secretary
Mr Tola Adekunle Johnson

Secretary

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Mr. Moruf Oseni
Wema Bank
Mr. Moruf Oseni

Wema Bank

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Mr Roosevelt Ogbonna
Access Bank
Mr Roosevelt Ogbonna

Access Bank

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Mr Afolabi Oladele
Impact Investors Foundation (IIF)
Mr Afolabi Oladele

Impact Investors Foundation (IIF)

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HRH Samuel Sambo
Sambo Foundation
HRH Samuel Sambo

Sambo Foundation

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Mr Olusupo Olusi
Bank Of Industry
Mr Olusupo Olusi

Bank Of Industry

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Mr Ubon Udoh
Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative
Mr Ubon Udoh

Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative

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Engr. Felix Ogbe
Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring Board
Engr. Felix Ogbe

Nigeria Content Development and Monitoring Board

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Mr Terlumun Ikya
BrownValley Partners
Mr Terlumun Ikya

BrownValley Partners

We are gender inclusive

50%

Of our recipients are women

Gender Inequality

Catalytic Support

The NPO will focus on providing catalytic support through grants and non-financial investment readiness support to Start Ups in key sectors that drive job creation in Nigeria.



Our Goal

1,000,000 Direct and Indirect Jobs

12 hubs and shared office spaces in the six geopolitical zones




Target Sectors





Fashion


Furniture


Sustainable AgriBusiness


Renewable Energy

EventsOur Events are Special

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LAGOS NETWORKING

9th Feb 2024

The NPO Lagos Networking Event hosted by Wema Bank held on the 9th of February 2024. We had 60 leaders from the philanthropy and impact investment communities in Lagos attend the event and provided insightful ideas on how to achieve the goals of the Office

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ABUJA NETWORKING

1sth Mar 2024

The NPO Abuja Networking Event hosted by the Office of the Vice President held on the 1st of March,2024. he well attended event brought together members of the international community, government agencies, Foundations, Impact Investors, Financial Institutions and Entrepreneurs. At the event the first Technical Assistance grants to the NPO from Wema Bank and Sambo Foundation was announced.

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

3rd march 2024

In honor of International Women's Day, The Nigeria Philanthropy Office for Philanthropy & Impact Investing and All On co-hosted a Soirée celebrating the remarkable women driving Nigeria's renewable energy future.
Themed "Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress," the event showcased the critical role women play in building a more sustainable tomorrow. It also underscored NPO's dedication, alongside partners like All On, to promoting inclusivity and equality within Nigeria's energy sector.

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ADIS SILICON VALLEY EVENT

20th March 2024

The Nigeria Office for Philanthropy and Impact Investing hosted a private networking event at the Africa Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS) in Silicon Valley, California.
The private event brought together 50+ investors, philanthropist, Nigerians/Africans in the diaspora and friends of Africa. It was an incredible opportunity to showcase NPO's objectives and foster strategic partnerships. A highlight of the gathering was the launch of "I-Philanthropy" – our innovative online platform designed to democratize philanthropic giving.

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CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY WEBINAR

11th of June 2024

On the 11th of June 2024, The Nigeria Office for Philanthropy & Impact Investing (NPO), in collaboration with the Impact Investors Foundation (IIF) and the Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI), hosted a webinar on "Stimulating Corporate Philanthropy and Impact Investing for Job Creation in Nigeria."
The webinar explored how strategic philanthropy and impact investing can create jobs, support development, and drive economic growth.
Partners: Odu'a Investment Company Limited, MTN Foundation and Businessday

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NPO PRIVATE DINNER

July 13th, 2024

On Saturday July 13th,2024, the Nigeria Office for Philanthropy and Impact Investing hosted a private Dinner in honour of Ms. Almaz Negash, the founder of African Diaspora Network, a member of president Biden’s Africa Diaspora Advisory Council during her visit to Nigeria.
The Dinner Brought Together leaders in the private sector, foundation and public, discussions on how to strategically engage the diaspora for job creation in Nigeria was had.

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FORMAL MOU SIGNING

July 15th, 2024

On Monday July 15th, 2024, the Nigeria Office for Philanthropy and Impact Investing had a formal signing of MOUs with new partners in Abuja. The MOU was signed with Acumen, Odu'a Investment Company Limited, Sahara Group Foundation, PIND Foundation.
We officially welcome our partners and look forward to the work we will do together.

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AFRICA IMPACT SUMMIT

17th - 19th July 2024

The Nigeria Office for Philanthropy and Impact Investing participated at the Africa Impact Summit 2024 in Nairobi Kenya with the Chairperson Ms.Thelma Ekiyor-Solanke delivering a keynote speech on on Enabling Policy Support for Venture Philanthropy and Impact Investing.

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OUR Latest Press releaseSee What's Happenning Around NPO

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  • by VP Shettima
  • 12th Jan, 2024
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National Philanthropic Office Will Be A Huge Success Under Tinubu - VP Shettima

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has assured that the success and positive impact of the newly established National Philanthropic Office (NPO) is guaranteed under the Tinubu administration.

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Contact usGet In Touch

Thank you for your interest in The Nigeria Philanthropy Office (NPO). If you have any inquiries, would like to explore potential collaborations, or simply wish to learn more about our philanthropic initiatives, we welcome your communication.

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9th floor plot 256 zone A, Off Herbert Macaulay way, CBD abuja
info@nigeriaphilanthropyoffice.org
+2348088727618

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Potential Partners



Local Philanthropists & Foundations

International Foundations operating in Nigeria

Foundations led by Nigerians in the Diaspora

Corporate Foundations in Nigeria

International Foundation located outside Nigeria

Impact Investors

Venture Philanthropists

Social Investors