Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF)

Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF)

Non-profit Organizations

New York, New York 6,997 followers

Promoting excellence in higher education for a stronger Nigeria.

About us

The NHEF was established in 2004 as a 501©3 organization with seed funding from the MacArthur Foundation, and our Board is comprised of successful and highly respected Nigerian-Americans in a number of fields. Since then, we’ve made steady progress toward fulfilling our mission of promoting excellence in higher education and in achieving our vision of assisting key universities in Nigeria to become self-sustaining by raising public awareness and support for them. Mission - To develop, sustain, and advance the skills and leadership of Nigeria’s next generations through a strong, world-class, higher education sector in Nigeria. In pursuit of a strong higher education sector, NHEF collaborates with Nigerian universities, and provides local and global resources. Vision - NHEF is working toward a future in which Nigerian institutions of higher education develop the best global scholars and leaders of the 21st century, building a prosperous and thriving Nigeria and a better world. Successful development of the next generation of leaders promotes effective participation in a stable and lasting democracy, facilitates a just and vibrant social structure, and contributes to a growing economy. Visit our website: https://thenhef.org Follow us on twitter: https://twitter.com/

Website
https://linktr.ee/TheNHEF
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2004

Locations

  • Primary

    347 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1402

    New York, New York 10016, US

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Employees at Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF)

Updates

  • Thank You for Your Generosity on Giving Tuesday! We are incredibly grateful for your support on GivingTuesday. As we continue through this season of giving, we invite you to remember that it is never too late to make a difference. You can still donate to the NHEF and join us in shaping the future of education and leadership in Nigeria. Together, we can make an even greater impact! Donate today and help us build a brighter future: https:// https://lnkd.in/dDFVehQ7 #ThankYou #GivingTuesday #SeasonOfGiving #DonateNow #NHEFImpact

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  • Make a Difference this Giving Tuesday! Today, we invite you to partner with the NHEF in shaping the future of Nigeria through education and empowerment. Your generosity helps us: 🎓 Provide life-changing scholarships for talented students. 📚 Equip faculty with the tools they need for professional growth. 🌟 Empower scholars to drive economic development in Nigeria. Over the years, the NHEF has trained 368 scholars and impacted over 5,000 students and young professionals through our initiatives. With your support, we can reach even more lives and move closer to building the Nigeria we all dream of. 💡 Be part of this journey. Every donation brings us closer to transforming lives and communities. 🖱️ Donate now: https://lnkd.in/dDFVehQ7 Together, we can make a lasting impact. #GivingTuesday #SupportNHEF #EmpoweringEducation #NigeriaFuture

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  • The NHEF is transforming lives and driving positive change in Nigeria, one scholar at a time. Through our work, we have empowered individuals who are now making remarkable contributions to various sectors of the economy. Hearing the stories of our scholars inspires us to keep pushing for a brighter future. From young students who thought their dreams were beyond reach to accomplished professionals shaping Nigeria’s progress, the impact of your support is undeniable. But there is so much more to be done. For every success story, there are countless more waiting to be written—and we cannot do it alone. Today, you have the power to change a life. Your donation can fund the training of a scholar, equipping them with the skills and opportunities they need to excel and give back to their communities. 💡 Every contribution counts. No amount is too small to make a big difference. 🖱️ Donate now and be a part of this transformative journey: https://lnkd.in/dDFVehQ7 Together, we can create more stories of hope, success, and change. Let’s build the Nigeria we dream of, one scholar at a time. #SupportNHEF #GivingTuesday #EmpoweringScholars #TransformingNigeria

  • Attention Faculty Members! We are thrilled to announce an exclusive session tailored just for you! 🎓 Grant Writing Made Easy: A Practical Guide to Grant Writing Success 📅 Date: Saturday, December 7th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 11 A.M. WAT 📍 Platform: Zoom This interactive session will equip you with practical tools and strategies to craft compelling proposals, identify funding opportunities, and secure grants. Facilitated by Dr. Opeyemi Babatunde, Senior Lecturer at Keele University, UK, this is a session you won’t want to miss! ✨ Register now and take your grant writing skills to the next level: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dGSwm8PS 📩 Share this with your colleagues and let’s make the most of this professional development opportunity! #GrantWriting #FacultyDevelopment #NHEFOnlineSkillsAcademy

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  • 🎉 Congratulations to Temitope Jinadu! We are thrilled to celebrate one of our 2024 NHEF Scholars, Temitope Jinadu, for emerging as the winner of the IEEE Region 8 Climate Challenge Competition in Italy, proudly representing Nigeria 🇳🇬. Temitope shares, “I learnt a lot of skills from NHEF, and it's helping me right now—critical thinking, emotional intelligence, leadership skills, and even something as little as dining skills. All those pitching skills taught by NHEF, I’m proud to say they really helped me during my presentation.” This is the impact your support makes. Join us in empowering more brilliant scholars like Temitope by supporting the NHEF this GivingTuesday. Together, we can continue to transform lives and showcase Nigerian excellence to the world! #NHEFScholars #SupportNHEF #IEEEClimateChallenge #NigerianExcellence #GivingTuesday

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  • The Countdown to Giving Tuesday Begins! We are just days away from Giving Tuesday, a global movement to make a difference! This year, your support can help the NHEF continue empowering Nigerian students and faculty with scholarships, mentorship, and career development opportunities. 💡 How You Can Help: ✔️ Make a donation. ✔️ Share with your network and encourage others to support. ✔️ Spread the word to amplify our mission. 📅 Save the Date: December 3rd Together, let’s create lasting change in education. Stay tuned for updates! #GivingTuesday #SupportEducation #NHEFImpact

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  • Have You Registered Yet? Don’t miss the Global Health & Research Opportunities Webinar happening tomorrow! 📅 Date: Saturday, 30th November ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM WAT 🎙️ Facilitator: Dr. Helen Anyasi, a renowned healthcare and project leadership expert. This is your chance to gain insights that could shape your healthcare career. It is open to all healthcare professionals, students, and enthusiasts. 💻 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/dTKFDda9 Invite your friends, colleagues, and networks for a lifetime experience! #HealthcareWebinar #GlobalHealth #ResearchOpportunities

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  • We are thrilled to celebrate our visionary Chairman, Wale Adeosun, CFA, on his well deserved recognition as Limited Partner Person of the Year, Africa at the 2024 Private Equity Africa Awards. This prestigious honor is a testament to his exemplary leadership, unwavering commitment to excellence, and outstanding contributions to the growth and development of Africa’s private equity landscape. We are proud to have such an inspiring leader at the helm, guiding us toward a brighter future. Congratulations, Mr. Adeosun!

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  • Happy Thanksgiving from the NHEF! Today, we celebrate gratitude and the power of community. We are thankful for our scholars, faculty, alumni, supporters, and everyone who helps us drive impactful change in education across Nigeria. Your unwavering support makes it possible to empower students and faculty with life-changing opportunities. Together, we are building a brighter future. From all of us at the NHEF, we wish you a joyful and fulfilling Thanksgiving! #HappyThanksgiving #Gratitude #NHEFImpact

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  • Are you ready to explore Global Health & Research Opportunities? This exclusive webinar, designed for medical students, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and all healthcare professionals, is your chance to learn from Dr. Helen Anyasi, a renowned expert in healthcare and project leadership. 📅 Date: Saturday, 30th November ⏰ Time: 12:00 p.m. WAT 🔗 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dTKFDda9 💡 What’s in it for you? Insights into global health career paths. Practical strategies for advancing your research skills. A chance to connect with a leading industry expert! Don’t miss out! Register now and share this opportunity with your colleagues, students, and healthcare communities. Let’s learn and grow together! #GlobalHealth #HealthcareProfessionals #NHEFWebinar

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