Education
MMF develops innovative, yet efficient solutions to solve the problem of out-of-school children across Nigeria.
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Established 2001 · Lagos, Nigeria
A Pen and A Dream Can Change The World.
The Murtala Muhammed Foundation champions empowerment initiatives that address social issues and promote good governance across Nigeria.
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Registered Non-Profit since 2003
Operating across Sub-Saharan Africa
Harvard CID Global Fellowship Partner
50th Anniversary — Gen. Murtala Muhammed
Who We Are
A leading non-profit driving positive change in Nigeria.
The Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF) is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to driving positive change in Nigeria. Established in 2001, we carry on the legacy of General Murtala Muhammed — a visionary leader who believed in educational empowerment and social justice.
Today, we champion the rights of over 13 million out-of-school children, empower women in business, provide critical infrastructure to schools, advocate for good governance, and respond to humanitarian crises across the country.
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Four flagship programmes. One mission.
Humanitarian Aid
MMF restores hope, peace, and human dignity to the lives of people who have been victims of disasters.
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MMF empowers women, and reshapes society to one that refuses gender inequality at every level.
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MMF builds strategies to ensure proper policy formulation, economic growth, and ethical leadership.
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Out-of-school children championed
35+
Beneficiary communities supported
20+
Years of impact since 2001
50+
Funders & partner organisations
We must eliminate all barriers that impede Africa from achieving greatness.
— Dr. Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode, Chief Executive Officer
Support Our Initiatives
Your donation to the Murtala Muhammed Foundation allows us to continue our vital work in empowering communities, providing education, and enhancing healthcare services. Every contribution, no matter the size, plays a crucial role in creating meaningful change.
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Join Our Impactful Volunteer Community
We believe in the transformative power of collective action. Our dedicated community of volunteers plays a crucial role in turning compassion into meaningful change.
By joining our volunteer program, you become an essential part of our mission to create a positive impact on a global scale.