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NGO impact investment summit 2025 , the road map for Nigeria as Stakeholders seek private sector partnership and collaboration 



The Voice of the Girl Child and Vulnerable Foundation, in collaboration with leading public and private sector stakeholders, held its annual Stakeholders Gathering this week in Abuja, calling for deeper partnerships to address infrastructural deficits and expand opportunities for vulnerable populations across Nigeria and Africa.

The high-level event, which also served as part of the NGO Impact Summit 2025, brought together policymakers, investors, corporate executives, development agencies, and civil society leaders to explore innovative strategies for driving sustainable development through public-private sector synergy.

Speaking at the summit, the Foundation’s Chief Executive Director and Convener of the Summit, ambassador Aisha Bello, emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts to deliver tangible results.

“It’s time to move beyond rhetoric. Africa’s development challenges are vast, but not insurmountable — if we work together,” she said. “The private sector is not just a funding source, but a solution partner in building the infrastructure and systems we need.”

With a focus on economic inclusion and infrastructure development, participants discussed the urgent need for investment in energy, education, health, and transportation infrastructure. Stakeholders argued that while governments play a critical role in policy direction, it is the private sector that often drives efficiency, technology, and capital mobilization.

Representatives from finance and construction industries outlined frameworks for impact-driven investment, especially in rural areas, where development lags behind urban centers.


A central theme of the summit was the education and empowerment of the girl child — a core mandate of the Foundation. Participants raised concerns over the growing number of out-of-school girls in Northern Nigeria and other regions, citing socio-cultural and economic barriers.

Development advocates called for a renewed national policy backed by both corporate sponsorship and community-based interventions.

“Education for girls isn’t charity — it’s a strategic investment,” said Dr. Halima Okonkwo of the Global Education Partnership. “An educated girl leads to healthier families, stronger communities, and a more stable economy.”

Several organizations at the event pledged scholarships, mentorship programs, and infrastructural support for safe learning environments for girls.

The summit ended with a resolution to develop a collaborative action plan, which includes the launch of an Impact Investment Charter and an upcoming Implementation Roundtable in Q4 2025. This next phase will focus on monitoring progress, building joint ventures, and scaling pilot projects launched through the summit.

According to the organizers, Ambassador Aisha Bello, Stakeholders Gathering is envisioned as an annual convergence to review progress and renew commitments toward Africa’s sustainable future.

“This is not a one-off event,” the CED said. “It’s a movement to reimagine how partnerships can unlock the full potential of our people — especially the most vulnerable.”

The Voice of the Girl Child and Vulnerable Foundation has consistently championed the rights of young girls and marginalized communities through advocacy, education, and social investment programs. The 2025 summit reinforced its position as a leading force in bridging the gap between social need and strategic intervention in Nigeria and beyond.

As the event unfolded, it became clear that the summit was more than a milestone—it stood as a testament to the unwavering dedication of stakeholders and awardees committed to shaping a shared future for Nigeria. Through a focus on innovative ideas in infrastructure development and investment models, the gathering highlighted a collective drive for progress. The summit also showcased the organizers' remarkable ability to convene technocrats, leaders, and visionaries in a spirit of joyful camaraderie, united by their common purpose of building the Nigeria they envision.


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