Who We Are
Nigerian Women in UK (NWIU), CIC, founded in 2019, is a community interest company committed to connecting, informing, and supporting Nigerian women living in the UK. Our platform serves as a vital resource for women, helping them integrate into British society while retaining their Nigerian heritage. With over 18,000 members growing daily, we offer professional, social, and emotional support through various programs and events that promote personal and professional growth.
Since 2019, NWIU has provided invaluable support to over 15,000 women
offering them support, career guidance, safeguarding assistance, and a sense of community. Our programs have transformed lives, helping women navigate the challenges of life in the UK with confidence.
OUR VISION AND MISSION
VISION
To build an empowered community where Nigerian women in the UK thrive confident, connected, and celebrated.
MISSION
To empower Nigerian women in the UK through connection, mentorship, and opportunity fostering independence, well-being, and belonging.
OUR VALUES
At NWIU, our community is built on:
• Sisterhood
• Respect
• Empowerment
• Integrity
• Support
We believe that when women support each other, everyone grows stronger.
Leadership & Volunteers
NWIUÂ is powered by a dedicated team of volunteers who support the community across the UK.
These include:
• Community administrators
• Local Community Representatives (LCRs)
• Moderators and volunteers
• Event organisers
Volunteering within NWIU allows members to develop leadership skills, community engagement experience, and professional development opportunities.
OUR TEAM
Directors
Tobore Anne Emorhokpor
Founder, Director
Dayo Adewusi
Director
Obeya Agese
Director
Board of Advisors
Chinazo Egwuatu
Advisory board member
Dr Yeyenta Osasu
Advisory Board Member
Oladuni Ogungbesan
Advisory board member
Morenike Layode
Board Advisor
Telegram Admins
Elizabeth Shoyoye
Telegram Admin – Essex
Ireti Aplogan
Telegram Admin – Manchester
Huldah Uwom
Telegram Admin – East Midlands
Zainab Owoyomi
Telegram Admin – South West EnglandÂ
Princess Alawode
Telegram Admin – Kent
Bushraa Giwa
Telegram Admin – Scotland
Obukome Ogiemudia
Telegram Admin – North East
Madueke Ndidiamaka Chinwe
Telegram Admin – North East
Oke Okupa
Telegram Admin – London
Helen Ohanusi
Telegram Admin – Kent
Beatrice Ekanem
Telegram Admin – Manchester
Maureen Ejiogu
Telegram Admin – Essex
Lilian Umeakunne
Telegram Admin – Cambridgeshire
Justina Emeghara
Telegram Admin – South West England
Nnenna Elechi
Telegram Admin – Surrey
Oby Okpala
Telegram Admin – Berkshire & Hampshire
Kikelomo Olagunju
Telegram Admin – Yorkshire
Ese Emo-Agege
Telegram Admin – Home Counties
Jumoke Kotila
Telegram Admin – London
Henrietta Ayinde
Telegram Admin – Ireland
Oluwatimilehin Olabamiyo.
Telegram Admin – West Midlands
Habeebat Adenike Sani
Telegram Admin – Wales
Facebook Moderators
Duchess Iphie
Facebook Moderator
Jennifer Ubani-Ukoma
Facebook Moderator
Efe Gbemre
Facebook Moderator
Dr Emmanuela Enweonwu
Facebook Moderator and Telegram Admin – Sussex
Nkiru Aletor
Facebook Moderator
Zini Akin
Facebook Moderator
Jophetta Ehimuan-Akatugba
Facebook Moderator
Bola Abioye
Facebook Moderator
Project Managers
Funmilayo Oladipo
Social Media Volunteer
Mariam Adisa
Project Administrator
Oluwadamilola Ajayi
Project Administrator
Amarachi Chinedu
Project Coordinator
Tofunmi Adelakun
Commercial Content Manager
Rebecca Komolu
Project Administrator
Perpetual Ezekekwu
Project Coordinator