Our Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated professionals leading WG-HEN's mission across Nigeria

Organizational Team

Passionate leaders committed to advancing women and girls' empowerment in Nigeria

Zainab Umar Abubakar

Executive Director

Provides overall leadership, strategic vision, and external representation of WG-HEN.

Asmau S Hassan

Senior Program Director

Oversees program design, partnerships, and national-level advocacy.

Farida Mohammed Oyiza

Project Manager

Manages project execution, timelines, and deliverables across thematic areas.

Firdausi Abdulmumin

Project Officer 1

Supports day-to-day program activities, community outreach, and coordination with state teams.

Christiana

Project Officer 2

Assists in planning and implementing program activities, supports grassroots mobilization, liaises with state coordinators, and ensures effective community participation in WG-HEN initiatives.

Maryam Ahmad Muhammad

Finance & Administration Officer

Ensures sound financial management, compliance, and organizational administration.

Ramalan Zainab Abdu

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Tracks progress, measures impact, and supports evidence-based decision-making.

Salisu Hassan

IT Officer

Manages digital platforms, ensures data security, supports virtual program delivery, and strengthens ICT systems for effective coordination.

State Coordination Network

Our decentralized approach ensures effective reach and impact across all Nigerian states

State-Level Leadership

To ensure effective reach and impact, each Nigerian state will have a State Coordinator, enabling smooth coordination of programs and grassroots mobilization. This network structure allows us to:

Provide localized support and resources
Coordinate community-based initiatives
Facilitate partnerships with local organizations
Monitor and evaluate impact at the state level
Ensure cultural sensitivity and contextual relevance

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