ASIF Seeks UNDP’s Collaboration To Empower NYSC Members, Others

Activate Success International Foundation (ASIF) has taken a significant step towards enhancing youth development in Nigeria through a potential partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

The Foundation’s Founder, Love Idoko-Uloko, disclosed this after meeting with the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and the African Assistant Administrator of UNDP, Ahunna Eziakonwa, in the company of the Programme’s Resident Representative for Nigeria, Elsie Attafuah, recently in Lagos.

Idoko-Uloko stated that the meeting centred on potential collaborations to boost youth empowerment initiatives in the country.

She said the discussions highlighted the critical role organisations like ASIF play in nurturing the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs.

Idoko-Uloko said, “ASIF has been at the forefront of youth empowerment through its longstanding partnership with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

“Over the past eight years, ASIF has engaged millions of Nigerian youth, providing practical training in entrepreneurship, leadership, and financial literacy through its Youth Entrepreneurship and Empowerment Programme (YEEP).

“The foundation has distributed millions of Naira in grants and business support tools, significantly impacting young Nigerians’ lives.

“ASIF’s impact extends beyond its NYSC partnership. The foundation’s Activating Success TV Show, now in its 10th year, has become a national platform for inspiring stories of growth, resilience, and innovation, reaching millions of viewers. This potential partnership with UNDP could further amplify ASIF’s efforts to drive positive change in Nigerian society.”

ASIF is a non-profit organisation empowering youths through entrepreneurship, capacity-building, media engagement, and access to opportunities. With a mission to combat poverty, unemployment, and social exclusion, ASIF has developed local, scalable solutions that foster sustainable growth and job creation.

The Founder, Idoko-Uloko, has received notable recognition for her contributions to youth development. In May 2023, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria honoured her with the National Productivity Order of Merit Award (NPOM). Additionally, during the celebration of NYSC at 50, Idoko-Uloko and her foundation were recognised for their significant contributions to the NYSC.

She said the Foundation would continue collaborating with international partners, as it is committed to empowering Nigerian youth and driving positive societal change.