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Our overarching goal is to promote the growth and culture of impact investing in Nigeria.

Formerly known as the Impact Investing Alliance of Nigeria (IIAN), IIF was founded in 2019 as a multi-sector collaborative comprising the Ford Foundation, Africa Capital Alliance, BusinessDay Media, Bank of Industry and Dalberg Advisors.

Stakeholders are critical to our work. For this reason, IIF collaborates with them to unlock private capital for social investments in Nigeria. We are committed to eliminating the barriers to impact investing by building an effective ecosystem that supports the growth of investment pipelines and sustainable impact.

Our approaches include critical stakeholders’ convening, facilitation of knowledge exchange, catalysation of deal flow, capacity building, generating evidence of what works, mainstreaming innovative investment approaches and engendering collective action.

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Vision Statement

To unlock domestic and international capital, seeking to make impactful investments that benefit people in diverse sectors and geographies across Nigeria.

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Mission Statement

To be a resource to facilitate knowledge sharing, policy advocacy and information flow to encourage the development of impact investing in Nigeria.

Founding Organisations

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Our Key Focus Areas

Knowledge Sharing & Networking

IIF raises awareness about impact investing, equipping stakeholders with essential knowledge through industry convenings, networking opportunities, and thought leadership.

Capacity Building

IIF provides capacity-building support for stakeholders within the ecosystem of impact investment in Nigeria.

Policy Advocacy

Our work with senior government officials, lawmakers, experts, and institutions is opening up the impact investment space and galvanising stakeholders’ consciousness of the huge opportunities in the sector.

Knowledge Sharing & Networking

IIF raises awareness about impact investing, equipping stakeholders with essential knowledge through industry convenings, networking opportunities, and thought leadership.

Capacity Building

IIF provides capacity-building support for stakeholders within the ecosystem of impact investment in Nigeria

Policy Advocacy

Our work with senior government officials, lawmakers, experts, and institutions is opening up the impact investment space and galvanising stakeholders’ consciousness of the huge opportunities in the sector.

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Our Journey

The Impact Investors Foundation (IIF) began its journey in 2019, evolving from its roots as the Impact Investing Alliance of Nigeria (IIAN). Established as a multi-sector collaborative, IIF was founded by a visionary group of organisations—including the Ford Foundation, Africa Capital Alliance, BusinessDay Media, Bank of Industry, and Dalberg Advisors—with a shared mission: to catalyse private capital for social impact in Nigeria.

At the heart of IIF’s work is a strong commitment to collaboration. Recognising that stakeholders are key to driving meaningful change, the foundation has built strategic partnerships across sectors to eliminate barriers to impact investing and create an enabling environment where social investments can thrive.

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Meet our team

Dedicated professionals committed to unlocking capital and driving sustainable impact.

Frank Aigbogun

Frank is a journalist and publisher of  BusinessDay newspaper, which he co-founded in 2001. He began his journalism career at the Guardian and moved on to Vanguard where he rose to the position of editor of all the titles of the newspaper. Frank served for many years as the Lagos correspondent of the Associated Press, AP.

 
Mr. Aigbogun holds a degree in Mass Communication and is an alumnus of the Lagos Business School. Mr. Aigbogun was a member of the vision 2010 committee, assigned by the government to formulate a long-term economic vision for Nigeria. Notably, he served as the alternate rapporteur for the sub-committee on competition and deregulation. He has also served on the governing board of Nigeria’s National Competitiveness Council.
Frank Aigbogun

Chairman

Dr ChiChi Aniagolu-Okoye

Catherine Chinedum Aniagolu-Okoye — known as ChiChi — is the Vice Chairman in the foundation’s office for West Africa. She oversees all of the foundation’s grantmaking in the region and leads the team to promote human rights, democracy and social inclusion in West Africa.

She has over 20 years of experience leading a variety of country offices in Nigeria for a range of international development organizations. In this capacity, she has devised strategies, led offices, managed diverse sets of staff, and engaged within regional and global organizational settings. Her work has covered a variety of topics from improving governance and reducing poverty to advancing transparency in the extractives sector and furthering women and girls’ empowerment through engagement with civil society as well as the public and private sectors.

Dr ChiChi Aniagolu-Okoye

Vice Chairman

Etemore Glover

Maria heads the Impact Investors Foundation Secretariat and is responsible for implementing its vision and strategies, and coordinating projects. She joined IIF after serving as the pioneer Executive Secretary at the Knowledge Exchange Centre and has several years of experience in Retail, Corporate and Investment Banking, and has worked with FBN Merchant Bankers Limited (now FBNQuest Merchant Bank) and Zenith Bank PLC.

Maria holds double honour in Economics and Education from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Leicester and a Post-Graduate Certificate in NGO and Development Management from the University of East London, UK.

A problem-solver, learning & development strategist and trainer with extensive knowledge and experience in development and management of capacity building programmes for youths; programme evaluation; budget; fundraising strategies; leadership; NGO management and consultancy, research, finance and impact investing.

Maria is an MSME Consultant with a total of 10 years knowledge in setting up and running startups. An Associate Member of the Learning and Development Network International.

Etemore Glover

CEO/Board Member

Uwa Osa-Oboh

Uwa is the Head of Corporate Development at African Capital Alliance (ACA), a leading independent private equity firm investing in West Africa. At ACA, Uwa oversees ACA’s strategy definition and implementation; its human resources objectives and programmes; as well as its external relations commitments. Prior to joining ACA, she worked for sixteen years at ReStraL Limited, a management consulting firm. There she led the firm as Chief Responsibility Officer/ CEO for eight years, working with clients on projects traversing Strategy and Governance development, Human Resources Consulting, Culture change efforts and Capacity development.

 
Prior to joining ReStraL, Uwa worked in Corporate Finance and practiced law for about three years. She holds a B.L, an MBA and a post-graduate Diploma in Economics. She is a fellow of the second class of the Africa Leadership Initiative-West Africa (ALIWA), and a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network.
Uwa Osa-Oboh

Board Member

Nneka Eze

Nneka Eze is a Managing Partner at VestedWorld, an Africa-focused venture capital firm investing in agriculture, consumer goods, and enabling technology startups in East and West Africa. She has deep experience and knowledge of mass market African consumers in rural and urban areas based on 15 years of living and working in and across Africa. Nneka believes deeply in the firm’s north star – that Africa can become the next East Asia. 
 
Prior to VestedWorld, Nneka founded the Nigerian office of a global strategy consulting firm after helping scale the business across Africa, and was co-lead of the Global Agriculture & Food Security Practice. She was previously a Business Analyst at McKinsey & Company in Washington, DC. She serves on the boards of the Impact Investors’ Foundation of Nigeria, Nigeria’s National Advisory Board for Impact Investing, The Resolution Project, and AMP Health. 
 
Nneka holds an AB in economics cum laude from Harvard College and speaks intermediate French. She is a Kauffman Fellow in Class 28.
Nneka Eze

Board Member

Uloma Ike

Uloma is Group Head, Microenterprise Division at Bank of Industry (BOI), Nigeria’s largest and most successful development financing institution.

 
She is a leading expert in sustainable finance with over 15 years’ experience in banking, microenterprise and development finance and has worked with institutions such as Access Bank Nigeria, Visa International and IFC.
 
Uloma is passionate about creating access to finance for women and SMEs through sustainable and innovative products and services that promote financial inclusion.
 
She is co-chair of African Women on Board, a network that seeks to champion the economic, political and social rights of African women.
Uloma Ike

Board Member

Etemore Glover

Maria heads the Impact Investors Foundation Secretariat and is responsible for implementing its vision and strategies, and coordinating projects. She joined IIF after serving as the pioneer Executive Secretary at the Knowledge Exchange Centre and has several years of experience in Retail, Corporate and Investment Banking, and has worked with FBN Merchant Bankers Limited (now FBNQuest Merchant Bank) and Zenith Bank PLC.

Maria holds double honour in Economics and Education from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Leicester and a Post-Graduate Certificate in NGO and Development Management from the University of East London, UK.

A problem-solver, learning & development strategist and trainer with extensive knowledge and experience in development and management of capacity building programmes for youths; programme evaluation; budget; fundraising strategies; leadership; NGO management and consultancy, research, finance and impact investing.

Maria is an MSME Consultant with a total of 10 years knowledge in setting up and running startups. An Associate Member of the Learning and Development Network International.

Etemore Glover

Chief Executive Officer

Chizoba Ada Emmanuel-Awakessien

Chizoba Ada Emmanuel-Awakessien is the Chief Operating Officer of Impact Investors Foundation, responsible for driving operational efficiency, stakeholder engagement, human resources management, events planning, and programme implementation. She is a multi-disciplinary management consultant and impact investment enthusiast with over 15 years of experience in business development, high-performance team management, operations management, and value-chain logistics.

Her professional expertise across West Africa, including Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and the Benin Republic, extends to Mauritius, where she has facilitated investment and trade partnerships between Mauritius and key West African markets. She has worked extensively in the services sector, focusing on value-chain logistics and high-performance team management.

Chizoba holds a master’s degree in Industrial and Labour Relations from the University of Lagos and is a member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPMN). Passionate about strengthening the impact investment ecosystem in the sub-region, she leverages her strategy, leadership, and stakeholder engagement expertise to foster sustainable economic growth and development.

Chizoba Ada Emmanuel-Awakessien

Chief Operating Officer

Oladele Temitope

Temitope heads the Finance and Administration of Impact Investors Foundation.He is a Chartered Accountant with experience in Accounting, Audit, Tax, Fund and Portfolio Management.His expertise also spanned across Consulting, Banking Industry, and Manufacturing sector.

Temitope is an alumnus of the University of Lagos(UNILAG), where he studied Accounting, and also an associate member of the prestigious Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria(ICAN).He recently qualified as a Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst(FMVA) from Corporate Finance Institute(CFI) and also holds a certificate in Non – Profit Leadership and Management from Lagos Business School.

Oladele Temitope

Head of Finance and Admin

Ifeoluwa Ogunfuwa

Ifeoluwa Ogunfuwa is an award-winning and highly experienced Media Practitioner, and Marketing and Corporate Communications Specialist with over 8 years of experience in developing integrated communication strategies to manage the reputation and create awareness for leading global and national brands.
 
She is an articulate communicator and team player whose expertise lies in brand communication, reputation management, media relations, stakeholder management and business-to-business communications and marketing strategies. Over the past 9 years, she has developed thought leadership and journalistic pieces on policy reforms affecting operators in the banking oil and gas, technology and telecommunication industry, among others. She has also written extensively on regulatory developments, business strategies, and operational best practices for these industries.
 
Additionally, she is passionate about showcasing the creativity and entrepreneurial ability of young Nigerians and utilising her knowledge and experience to enhance brand awareness, and reputation while improving customer satisfaction.
Ifeoluwa Ogunfuwa

Communications Lead/ Executive Assistant to the CEO

Kingsley Otu Eze​

Kingsley is a seasoned result-driven manager with over 14 years of experience in supporting the institutionalization of a functional monitoring and evaluation systems at both national and sub-national levels. His work has spanned the management and implementation of MEARL plans for numerous USAID-funded development projects in Nigeria, focusing on health financing, governance, and diverse health interventions.

In his previous role with the Palladium Group’s USAID Integrated Health Program (IHP), Kingsley served as the Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Manager. He was instrumental in coordinating the implementation of the project’s results framework and data management processes, significantly improving the quality of data and its utilization for program decision-making. Prior to his work on IHP, Kingsley worked with Palladium Group on the USAID Health Policy Plus (HP+) project, where he focused on strengthening stakeholder capacity and building systems for efficient health data management. His efforts led to the institutionalization of systems that improved governance and accountability within the health sector. Kingsley also held the role of Ebonyi State team lead/M&E Manager for the USAID Local OVC Partners in Nigeria, where he was responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of the project work plan and meeting all contractual obligations.

He is an alumnus of NOUN where he holds a Masters Degree in Science Education. Committed to lifelong learning, Kingsley has earned additional certifications in health systems and policy, project management, M&E systems development, and data analysis using tools such as MS Excel, SPSS, Power BI, and R. 

Kingsley Otu​

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager

Chukwuemeka Ezechukwu​

`Chukwuemeka is a seasoned professional and holds a dual MBA from IPADE Business School, Mexico and the Lagos Business School. He has over 12 years of experience spanning capital market operations, investment and portfolio management, financial analysis and modelling and business valuation in varied roles on multi-sector projects in the East and West African Private Equity and Venture Capital space, Agriculture, Renewable energy and Nigerian Capital markets. He has attended professional development training programmes in his areas of specialisation. He is also a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).  He brings to the team his expertise in Investment, strategic alliances and portfolio management.

Chukwuemeka Ezechukwu​

Investment & Deal Matchmaking Manager

Ucha Unimke-Ulayi

Ucha is an alumna of prestigious programs, including the Columbia Business School Executive Programme, the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management SME Academy, and the University of New Hampshire’s Carsey School of Public Policy where she got her first academic and second degrees. She has over 20 years’ experience in MSMEs Development, Finance, and Consulting. She is certified in the provision of Business Development Services with the Enterprise Development Centre of Pan Atlantic University. She served in the team that successfully secured one of the first Mobile Money licenses in Nigeria and also participated in the UKTech Hub’s ‘Future Females’ accelerator programme. She has also facilitated training programmes for over 5,000 people on Sustainable Finance, Entrepreneurship, Agricultural Value Chain Finance, Financial Management, Organisational Development, Microfinance, Livelihood Strategies and Strategies for GIZ (SEDIN and AgFIN projects), FCMB, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Development Bank of Uganda, NIRSAL Plc, Central Bank of Nigeria, and Women for Women International among others.  Her research interest spans ESG, climate adaption, and financial literacy on IFAD funded-programmes across 14 states in Nigeria. She has attended professional courses locally and online from reputable global institutions. She is passionate about building effective systems for the sustainability of MSMEs. She brings to the team her expertise in fostering strategic alliances, project management, finance, funding and identifying enterprise collaborative development opportunities.

Ucha Unimke-Ulayi

Enterprise Support Organisations (ESO) Collaborative Programme Manager

Kingsley Godwin

I am a seasoned expert in development, programme management, and public policy, with over a decade of diverse experience spanning the nonprofit and private sector. I have a proven track record of executing large-scale projects, fostering multi-stakeholder collaborations, driving impactful policy advocacy campaigns, and consistently achieving tangible results and targeted outcomes. My core expertise encompasses strategic planning, program management, policy research and advocacy, strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, partnership development, resource mobilization, impact measurement, capacity-building, and consulting.

Kingsley Godwin

Nigerian Impact Investing Research Industry Collaborative (NIIRIC) Programme Manager

Caleb Olatujayan

Caleb is a multifaceted creative professional with a rich and dynamic background across diverse sectors. Over the years, he has taken on full-time roles, consulting gigs, volunteer initiatives, and pro-bono projects, bringing strategic value especially in Corporate Communications, Public Relations, and Digital Engagement. His portfolio spans the Tech and Startup Ecosystem, Education, Non-Profits, Publishing, Climate Advocacy, and the Public Sector.

He is a hands-on storyteller and strategist who intuitively understands how to position brands with clarity and impact. He blends brilliant design with intentional messaging and strategic marketing to manage brand perception, connect with audiences, and drive results. Whether it’s crafting a compelling narrative or elevating a visual identity, Caleb ensures every communication reflects the heart of the brand.

Caleb Olatujayan

Communications Officer

Abiodun Akinlawon

Deal Matchmaking Manager

Events at Impact Investors Foundation

8th Annual Convening Impact Investing

The Annual Convening on Impact Investing is the leading forum that is driving networking and impact investing thought leadership in Nigeria.
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Gender Impact Investment Summit

The Gender Impact Investment Summit is a robust platform that convenes stakeholders to address the gender financing gap in Nigeria.
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Impact Fund Showcase

All the businesses on our platform are reviewed against the criteria of the investors on the platform to ensure that they are investment-worthy.
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Africa Impact Summit

The Africa Impact Summit is the leading forum that is driving networking, deal making and impact investing thought leadership in Africa. The 2025 Africa investing thought leadership in Africa. The 2025 Africa…
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