Sesor Foundation and Grooming Centre Extend Decade-Long Mission to Support Nigeria’s Displaced Communities

(Lagos), After more than ten years of changing lives together, the Sesor Empowerment Foundation and Grooming People for Better Livelihood Centre have renewed their partnership. The two organizations signed their agreement in Lagos on August 28, 2025, pledging to continue their vital work with Nigeria’s internally displaced persons. Their mission remains clear: bring relief to families in crisis, restore hope to communities in need, and create pathways to better futures.

For more than ten years, Sesor and Grooming Centre have worked hand in hand, reaching over 110,000 displaced individuals across 14 states with aid, psychosocial care, and pathways to sustainable livelihoods. Their renewed commitment for 2025 promises to deepen this impact, with plans to expand Safe Day Spaces in Lagos and Benue States, deliver relief to 300 IDP households, provide livelihood training for 200 women, and disburse funds to help vulnerable women rebuild their lives. The partnership also emphasizes transparency, with dedicated resources for monitoring, reporting, and sharing stories of resilience with the public.

At the signing ceremony, the atmosphere was filled with purpose and gratitude. Dr. Godwin Nwabunka, CEO of Grooming Centre, spoke with conviction about the shared vision that drives their work. “We believe every life holds value and dignity, and no one should be left without hope,” he said. “For over ten years, our partnership with Sesor Foundation has been one way we stand with displaced families. This renewal strengthens our resolve to help rebuild lives and restore hope for those affected.”

Ier Jonathan-Ichaver, Sesor’s founder, reflected on the journey they’ve shared. “This relationship has endured and delivered real change,” she said, her voice carrying the weight of countless lives touched. “In the past decade, we’ve reached displaced persons in 14 states, offering relief, support, and paths to recovery. Grooming Centre has stood with us in urgent response efforts and joint outreach missions to communities like Apa and Otukpo LGAs. We look forward to achieving even more together.”

The ceremony wasn’t just about formalities; it was a celebration of impact. Sesor presented Grooming Centre with a plaque of appreciation, a heartfelt token of gratitude for their unwavering support. For those in the room, it served as a reminder of what’s possible when compassion meets action.

This partnership represents more than a collaboration—it’s a lifeline for Nigeria’s displaced communities, particularly women and children who bear the brunt of displacement. Sesor, a non-profit dedicated to relief, psychosocial support, and empowerment, has found a steadfast ally in Grooming Centre, an NGO focused on lifting the economically active poor through financial services and skills development. Together, they’re not just addressing immediate needs but building resilience, offering training, and creating opportunities for families to reclaim their futures.

As Nigeria continues to grapple with the challenges of multidimensional insecurity which lead tdisplacement, partnerships like this demonstrate what’s possible through sustained commitment. With their renewed agreement, Sesor and Grooming Centre are reinforcing their promise to restore dignity and foster hope, one life at a time.

For more information, contact Olufunke Adegunwa at +234 808 331 1198 or info@sesor.org.

Meet Samuel Ateh Stephen: Leading Nigeria’s Agricultural Revolution with Instant Grow Organic Fertilize

At a time when Nigeria faces soaring food prices, dependence on imports, and a growing hunger crisis, a new generation of innovators is stepping forward to rewrite the story. Among them is Samuel Ateh Stephen, a visionary entrepreneur from Kaduna State who is championing sustainable farming through his groundbreaking product — Instant Grow Organic Fertilizer.

As the Co-founder and CEO of Sustainable Organic Innovations, a pioneering agri-tech startup based in Kaduna, Samuel is not simply selling fertilizer; he is offering a solution to Nigeria’s food insecurity. Remarkably, within just one year of existence, the startup has made measurable impact across farming communities, proving that bold ideas can deliver real change in a short time.

Instant Grow, Instant Impact

Unlike conventional fertilizers that degrade the soil over time, Instant Grow Organics is built on nature’s wisdom. It enriches the land, boosts harvests, and remains affordable for smallholder farmers who form the backbone of Nigeria’s food system. Already, its impact has been felt across several local government areas of Kaduna, including Lere, Igabi, Chikun, Kajuru, Kachia, and Zangon Kataf — empowering farmers, improving yields, and restoring confidence in sustainable farming.

More Than Farming: A Movement

From Kaduna, Samuel is building a model that resonates across Nigeria. By transforming agricultural waste into fertilizer, he is creating jobs, reducing environmental pollution, and inspiring young Nigerians to see farming not as drudgery but as opportunity. His work aligns with global sustainability goals while addressing Nigeria’s most pressing challenges at home.

A Vision for Nigeria’s Future

If widely adopted, Instant Grow Organics could help Nigeria cut down on costly food imports, restore degraded soils, and even position the nation as a regional leader in sustainable agriculture. For Samuel, this is only the beginning of a movement — one that insists Nigeria can feed itself with homegrown ideas and homegrown solutions.

In a country searching for pathways to prosperity, innovators like Samuel Ateh Stephen remind us that the soil beneath our feet may very well hold the key to a secure and abundant future.