Our People

The professionals driving our mission — ensuring that every dialogue, programme, and moment of civic engagement at the Foundation holds and translates to a more united, just, and democratic Nigeria.

Senior Management

Senior Management

Amara Nwankpa

Director General

Amara Nwankpa is an experienced civic technology and public policy expert committed to context-specific, evidence-based policy development that aligns with the complex social, political, and institutional dynamics shaping governance on…

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Senior Management

Babatunde Ahmadu

Director, Finance

Babatunde Ahmadu is a finance expert with over 15 years of experience overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the Yar’Adua Foundation. Fiscal responsibilities include financial audits as well as management…

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Senior Management

Vivian Emehelu

Director, Programmes and Admin

Vivian Emehelu is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified process improvement specialist. She is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of the Foundation’s programmes and projects and ensures fiscal…

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Programme Team