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The NSSF story

Igniting Change for a Healthier Nigeria

In the wake of Nigeria’s first confirmed case of coronavirus on February 27, 2020, the nation faced an unprecedented challenge. The Federal Ministry of Health quickly mobilized efforts to contain and manage the outbreak, but it soon became clear that the already overburdened healthcare system needed additional support to effectively combat the virus. Recognizing this urgent need, the Nigeria Solidarity Support Fund (NSSF) was born from a partnership between Global Citizen (GC) and the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA).

Through our involvement in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic, we gained invaluable insights into the systemic gaps within Nigeria’s healthcare infrastructure. One of the most striking observations was the apathy among young Nigerians towards advocating for better healthcare systems. Despite their awareness of the issues, many felt powerless to effect change. This realization underscored the importance of bridging the gap between awareness and action. To achieve this, we are creating a network of empowered young Nigerians equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources to advocate for improved healthcare access in their communities.

At NSSF, our long-term goal is to establish a more equitable healthcare system in Nigeria, where all communities have access to quality healthcare services. We believe that young Nigerians possess the passion and potential to drive significant change within their communities. By providing training, resources, and a platform for their voices to be heard, we aim to transform apathy into action. With the collective efforts of our partners, donors, and the vibrant youth of Nigeria, we are confident that together, we can build a resilient and inclusive healthcare system for all.

VALUES

Our core values drive us to advocate ethically, empower communities, and innovate for sustainable, equitable change.

Community-Driven Ethical Advocacy

Uniting voices for justice and equality

Knowledge Based Action

Turning insights into impactful solutions

Accountable & Sustainable Impact

Creating lasting change

Community-Driven Ethical Advocacy

Uniting voices for justice and equality

Knowledge Based Action

Turning insights into impactful solutions

Accountable & Sustainable Impact

Creating lasting change

OUR JOURNEY TOWARDS VISION 1 MILLION

To Ignite 1 Million Youths by 2029 for Health Advocacy in Promotive Public Healthcare

5,000 Youths

16%
2024
20,000 youths

Kickoff with a target of 20,000 youths to build momentum and awareness.

2025
50,000 youths

Expand efforts to reach 50,000 youths, focusing on community engagement and outreach.

2026
100,000 youths

Increase participation to 100,000 youths, leveraging partnerships with local organizations.

2027
200,000 youths

Grow the initiative to 200,000 youths, enhancing advocacy programs and resources.

2028
300,000 youths

Aim for 300,000 youths, amplifying campaigns through social media and events.

2029
330,000 youths

Conclude with a final push to enroll 330,000 youths, achieving the goal of 1 million participants overall through sustained efforts and strategies.

BOARD MEMBERS

Babatunde Folawiyo

CHAIRMAN, GLOBAL CITIZEN NIGERIA

Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede

VICE CHAIRMAN, GLOBAL CITIZEN

Uche Orji

MANAGING DIRECTOR AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, NSIA | BEng. Chemical Engineering, Uniport; MBA, Harvard

Kola Owodunni

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER, NSIA

Sybil C. Etuk

Head, Corporate Planning Group, NSIA

Stella Ojekwe-Onyejeli

NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BOARD OF RAND MERCHANT BANK NIGERIA LIMITED

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

Jennifer Dent

PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, BVGH

Bola Adesola

CHAIRMAN, ECOBANK NIGERIA

Michael Sheldrick

CHIEF POLICY, IMPACT AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS OFFICER AT GLOBAL CITIZEN

Prof. Ibrahim Abubarkar

Pro-Provost for Health and Dean of the Faculty of Population Health Sciences at University College London (UCL)

Uzoma Dozie

CEO Sparkle

Prof. Heidi Larson

Founding Director of The Vaccine Confidence Project

ANNUAL REPORTS

Explore our Annual Reports to discover the impact of our initiatives, the progress we’ve made, and the stories of resilience and hope within our communities. Stay informed about how your support is making a difference in strengthening health care systems in Nigeria.

2023 Annual report

2022 Annual report