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Youths Empowerment and Security Consciousness

Transforming youth potential into prosperity

The Kaduna Youths Empowerment Foundation equips young people with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities to become self-reliant agents of change in their communities.

How KYEF is organised

  1. 15 National Executive Committee
  2. 20 States & FCT Covered
  3. 419 LGAs Reached
  4. 1,261,101 Unit executive members
KYEF members in navy uniforms with a traditional ruler in a palace courtyard

For Youths Seeking Empowerment

The best approach is to follow KYEF's activities on social media platforms like Facebook, where they regularly post calls for applications for training programs. Stay active on their official pages to be first to know when new opportunities open up.

Download the KYEF mobile app to register and access exclusive empowerment programmes and member benefits.

For Volunteers, Donors & Partners

Interested volunteers, donors, or partners can send a direct message to KYEF's official pages expressing their interest and outlining how they can contribute. Whether you are a professional willing to mentor or an organisation looking to partner, there is a place for you here.

Grand Patron
His Royal Highness the Emir of Zazzau Ambassador Alh. Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli CFR
Registered NGO in Nigeria
CAC/IT/173857

Our Impact

Our Track Record

We are moving Kaduna forward toward a more fair, flourishing and just tomorrow, but we can't get there alone. We need every little help we can get.

Regional Breakdown

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North WestMembership snapshot

Kaduna State

  1. National
    15
  2. State
    15
  3. LGA
    23 Coordinators 322 Executive members
  4. Ward
    255 Coordinators 3,570 Executive members
  5. Unit
    8,012 Coordinators 112,168 Executive members

What We Do

Our Programs

Six interconnected pillars designed to address the root causes of youth disenfranchisement in Northern Nigeria.

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  1. Skills & Vocational Training

    Hands-on training in tailoring, welding, ICT, agriculture, cosmetology, and plumbing — making participants job-ready or business-ready.

  2. Entrepreneurship & Business Development

    Business incubation, plan writing, financial management, marketing training, and linkages to microfinance for startup capital.

  3. Education & Awareness Campaigns

    Workshops on financial literacy, civic education, health awareness (HIV/AIDS, drug abuse), and peaceful coexistence.

  4. Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion

    Programs that unite youths from different ethnic and religious backgrounds through dialogue, sports, and collaborative projects.

  5. Employment Linkages & Career Support

    Bridging trained youths with the job market through partnerships with companies for placements, internships, and career counselling.

  6. Advocacy & Civic Participation

    Platforms for young people to voice their concerns, engage in governance, and contribute to community decision-making processes.

Recent Activities

On the Ground

See KYEF in action — from community meetings to government engagements, we are always working to create real change on the ground.

Our Purpose

Our Mission

To empower the youth with relevant skills, knowledge, and resources to become self-reliant, productive, and positive agents of change in their communities — tackling unemployment, poverty, and social instability at the roots.

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Voices of Change

Beneficiary Stories

Real impact, real people. Hear from the young Nigerians whose lives KYEF has helped transform through skills, opportunity, and community.

The vocational training I received at KYEF gave me skills I could use immediately. Within three months of completing the programme, I had set up my own tailoring shop and hired two apprentices.

Aisha Garba Vocational Skills Training Programme

KYEF's entrepreneurship programme changed how I think about business. The mentors helped me develop a solid business plan and connected me with funding. My agribusiness is now supplying to local markets.

Ibrahim Musa Entrepreneurship & Business Development

I came from a community affected by conflict and had lost hope. KYEF's peacebuilding workshops brought us together — youth from different backgrounds working toward the same goal. That experience changed me.

Fatima Usman Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion Programme

Leadership

Our Patrons

Meet the distinguished leaders guiding our foundation towards a brighter, more empowered future for the youth of Northern Nigeria.

  • His Royal Highness the Emir of Zazzau Ambassador Alh. Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli CFR

    Grand Patron

    His Royal Highness the Emir of Zazzau Ambassador Alh. Ahmad Nuhu Bamalli CFR

  • Abdullahi Ibrahim Fatika, Esq

    Chairman

    Abdullahi Ibrahim Fatika, Esq

Global Commitment

Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals

KYEF's work directly contributes to five of the United Nations' 17 Global Goals for a better and more sustainable future for all people by 2030.

  • 1

    No Poverty

    Economic empowerment programs provide pathways out of poverty for marginalized youth.

  • 4

    Quality Education

    Skills training and awareness campaigns close the gap between formal education and real-world demands.

  • 8

    Decent Work & Economic Growth

    Vocational training, job placements, and entrepreneurship support create sustainable livelihoods.

  • 10

    Reduced Inequalities

    Gender-focused and conflict-affected community programs reduce disparities and promote inclusion.

  • 16

    Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions

    Peacebuilding programs and civic advocacy foster stability, unity, and active participation in governance.

Projects & Updates

Stay updated with the latest news, events, and success stories from our community.

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DURING A COURTESY VISIT TO THE BANK OF INDUSTRY

· Access to Startup Capital for Members: The BOI provides substantial funding opportunities specifically for youth, including loans up to ₦5 million at a single-digit interest rate (9% per annum) with a three-month moratorium, repayable over three years .

AT FEDERAL MINISTRY OF WOMEN AFFAIRS

Kaduna Youths Empowerment Foundation in a formal document outlining the scope, responsibilities, duration, and termination clauses of the partnership. This often requires stamping and signing by legal officers from both parties.

Take Action

Get Involved with KYEF

Whether you are a youth seeking a better path, a professional willing to mentor, or an organisation looking to partner — there is a place for you here.

Join as a Member

Download the KYEF mobile app to register and access exclusive empowerment programmes and member benefits.

Volunteer with Us

Share your skills as a trainer, mentor, or community facilitator. Your expertise can directly change the trajectory of a young person's life.

Express Interest

Partner or Donate

Institutional partners, NGOs, and donors — collaborate with KYEF to scale impact across Northern Nigeria and reach more vulnerable youth.

  • Registered NGO in NigeriaCAC/IT/173857
  • SDG-Aligned Programming
  • Community-Based & Transparent
  • Government & Institutional Partnerships