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The Halymah Ibrahim Babangida Foundation is dedicated to transforming lives through education, empowerment, and opportunity. We believe every child has the potential to shape a better tomorrow when given the right resources and support.

halymah ibrahim babangida foundation

Creating a world where every child has the opportunity to live a healthy, productive life

Our mission is to break cycles of poverty through education and empowerment, ensuring every child has equal opportunities. We provide mentorship, financial aid, and resources to unlock potential and pave the way for success. Together, we can create a world where every child thrives.

Mission & Vision

Breaking the cycles of poverty through education and empowerment, ensuring every child has equal opportunities.

Our Mission

At the Halymah Ibrahim Babangida Foundation, our mission is to empower every child by providing the resources, opportunities, and support needed to overcome obstacles and achieve educational success. We believe in creating a level playing field where every child, regardless of their circumstances, can reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society.

Our Vision

Our vision is to break the cycle of poverty through education by fostering self-sufficiency, economic independence, and thriving communities. We aim to create a future where quality education empowers individuals to shape their destinies and where children are equipped with the tools to build vibrant, prosperous communities.

what we do

Creating opportunities, changing lives

The Halymah Ibrahim Babangida Foundation bridges the gap between potential and success by investing in education and community development, providing mentorship to guide students, financial support to overcome economic barriers, and programs for leadership training and community engagement, creating lasting change together.

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Students Bursary Support

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Students JAMB Support

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Student WAEC Support

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Widow Empowerment

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Sewing Machine

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Orphan Students Support

Focus 2026

OUR FOCUS FOR THE YEAR, 2026

1500WAEC FORMS
1500JAMB FORMS
200FREEZERS
200GENERATOR SETS
150GRINDING MACHINES
200WALKING STICKS
100WHEELCHAIRS
100SEWING MACHINES
11BOREHOLES
300MARYAM BABANGIDA BURSARY SUPPORT
20SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT FOR CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS LEADERS
30 DAYSRAMADAN FEEDING PROJECT

Our Impact

Building stronger communities, one child at a time

Your support is vital in transforming lives. Here’s how we make an impact:

Empowering Through Education

Providing access to quality education for underprivileged children.

Improving Health Outcomes

Partnering with communities to ensure children are healthy and ready to learn.

Creating Thriving Communities

Equipping young people with skills to drive positive change in their communities.

Hajia (Dr.) Halima Ibrahim Babangida

Founder, Halymah Ibrahim Babangida Foundation

Our Impact

Founder's Message

This foundation was not born out of convenience. It was born out of conviction.

Growing up, I watched my mother, Dr. Maryam Babangida, stand firmly with the people, listening to them, identifying with them, and serving them with dignity, empathy, and courage.

She did not see status; she saw humanity. She taught me, not through words alone but through action, that true leadership is service, and true impact is presence.

The Halymah Ibrahim Babangida Foundation is a reflection of that legacy.

As we mark one year of impact, my heart is filled with gratitude and humility. This year has reminded us that behind every statistic is an inspiring human story: a student on the verge of giving up, a widow struggling to survive, an artisan yearning for opportunity, a patient burdened by medical costs, a prisoner seeking redemption, and communities longing to be seen.

Through the provision of WAEC and JAMB forms, we reignited dreams that financial hardship threatened to extinguish. By offering bursaries to exceptional students and ensuring vulnerable students remained in school, we affirmed our belief that education must never be a privilege; it must remain a right.

We extended our hands to widows, restoring hope in moments of loss. We empowered artisans with sewing machines, replacing dependency with dignity. We paid medical bills, standing with families in their most fragile moments. We reached the hearing-impaired community and individuals living with spinal cord challenges, reinforcing our commitment to inclusion and equity.

We also walked into places often forgotten, correctional facilities; supporting prisoners, not just with aid, but with belief: belief in second chances, rehabilitation, and human worth beyond mistakes.

Through partnerships with schools, we organized leadership seminars, nurturing young minds to grow with character, responsibility, and purpose. Across different age groups, our care has remained consistent, because impact must touch the whole life, not just one phase of it.

None of this journey would have been possible without unwavering support. I am deeply grateful to my family, whose sacrifices, prayers, and belief sustain me. I also extend heartfelt appreciation to my dear friends, whose generosity, encouragement, and shared passion for humanity have strengthened this mission beyond measure.

As we look ahead to the coming year, our vision is clear. We will reach deeper, serve wider, and impact stronger. We will build systems, expand partnerships, and touch lives more sustainably. We will continue to stand with the forgotten, uplift the vulnerable, and empower the next generation.

This is only the beginning. Inspired by legacy, driven by compassion, and guided by purpose, we move forward, committed to a future where no one is unseen, unheard, or unsupported.

Together, we will continue to rise by lifting others. In the last year, we have impacted over 10,000 individuals, and by the special grace of God, we are on a mission to benefit more across the country.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Our charity and donation foundation is dedicated to supporting a variety of causes, from education and healthcare to disaster relief and animal welfare.

You can make a donation to our charity through our website using a credit card or transfer or any available payment option via the link. You can also make a donation by check or bank transfer.

Yes, you can specify which cause or program you would like your donation to support. We have a range of programs and initiatives that you can choose from.

Yes, your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We will provide you with a receipt for your donation that you can use for tax purposes.

We are committed to using your donation effectively to support our programs and initiatives. We have a rigorous monitoring and evaluation process to ensure that your donation is used in the most effective way possible.

Yes, you can make a donation in memory of someone. We will provide you with an acknowledgement letter that you can send to the family of the person you are honoring.

Yes, we accept donations of items such as clothing, food, and toys. Please contact us to learn more about what types of items we accept.

 There are many ways to get involved with our charity and donation foundation, including volunteering, fundraising, and spreading awareness about our programs and initiatives. Please visit our website or contact us for more information.

Our leader

The H.I.B.F leadership

Our leaders are guided by the foundation’s mission to create a world in which every person has the opportunity to live a healthy, productive life

Afeez Akanji AbdulRasak

Co-Chair , Board Member

Hafsat Hussaini Isah

The General Secretary

Afeez Akanji AbdulRasak

CEO , Board Member

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