Ngozika Ogbonna
Coordinator FCT
She is the coordinator for the CS-SUNN FCT Chapter. She has expertise in advocacy, capacity building, fund raising, organizational management, and program coordination. She has a B.Sc. in Sociology/Anthropology and a Master’s Degree in Public Health, with additional skills in communication, reporting, writing, and photography.
Aboki Jonah Coordinator
Nasarawa State
Aboki Jonah is the State Coordinator for the Nasarawa State Chapter of CS-SUNN. With extensive experience in project management, programming, and advocacy, he focuses on promoting the well-being of marginalized women and children. Aboki holds a degree in Business Administration and a postgraduate diploma in Education. He is passionate about empowering vulnerable populations and has worked on various projects, including those funded by the World Bank and the CRS/SMILE project. His dedication and diverse skill set make him an invaluable asset to CS-SUNN and the community.
Comfort Mukollo
Coordinator Gombe State
Mrs. Mukollo has a Bachelor of Arts in Languages and Linguistics. She is a Development Journalist with Gombe State Media Corporation and is the Gombe State Chairperson, Nigeria Association of Women Journalist (NAWOJ). She is also the Secretary, High Level Women Advocates Gombe State and Deputy Coordinator, MNCH coalition Gombe State.
Shuaibu Musa Kafinga – Coordinator Jigawa State
Mr. Shuaibu Musa Kafinga is the Jigawa state coordinator for CS-SUNN. He has a post-graduate degree in management science and a Higher Professional Diploma in Computer Studies. Musa’s area of expertise is in development work and humanitarian services.
Aisha M. Maidala, Coordinator-Borno State
Aisha is a Nutritionist/Dietitian, Public Health Specialist and an Environmental Manager. She has worked with the Borno State Hospitals Management Board as a Nutritionist/Dietitian in various general hospitals across the state and was later co- opted into the federal civil service to kick start the then established Federal Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Maiduguri, where she served until successful retirement in November 2020.
Finian Ali,
Coordinator- Enugu State
Finian Ali is the State Coordinator for CS-SUNN's Enugu Chapter, where he leads advocacy and community engagement efforts. He's also a member of the Enugu State Committee on Food and Nutrition and serves as the National Youth Coordinator for Scaling-Up Nutrition Civil Society Network. With an MSc in Migration Studies and a BSc in Applied Biochemistry, Finian brings expertise in program management, policy development, and research to his work. His dedication to improving nutrition outcomes in Enugu State is evident through his leadership and collaborative efforts.
Jessica Bartholomew Coordinator- Kaduna State
She has a professional background in health education. Following her contributions in advocating for an increased nutrition budget, tracking nutrition interventions, and supporting the state government in developing different policy documents, including the domestication of the State Food and Nutrition Policy and the Social Protection Policy, among others.
Elder Kenneth Amogu Coordinator-Imo state
He is a graduate of PIND’s Capable program with over 15 years’ experience, working in the development sector, with vast experience in development finance, program planning, and implementation. He has successfully participated in the implementation of various projects and led in financial reporting of over 20 different projects, cutting across women's and reproductive health.
Fatoye Francis
Coordinator-Kwara state
He is currently running a Master’s program in project management. He has a wealth of experience in program management, organizational development (OD), and leadership development programs. Francis is also a civil society and as actor leader, leading and coordinating civil society responses to health interventions at the state level.
Lady Azogu Obiageli Miriam Coordinator- Rivers state
Lady Azogu is an expert in Managing Adolescents and Children. She has worked in the Quality Control department of various food processing industries and is actively involved in food processing and demonstrations. She is a certified teacher; teaches Home Economics in the Junior Secondary section and Foods and Nutrition, and Catering Craft Practice in the Senior Secondary section of Jesuit Memorial College, Port Harcourt.
Samuel Akinyode
Coordinator- Lagos state
Mr. Samuel Akiyode is the CS-SUNN Lagos State Coordinator. His areas of expertise are in Nutrition and Agriculture. Samuel is an Agricultural and Nutrition Specialist. He is the Founder/ Executive Director of Revive Agriculture Nutrition Environment & Leadership (RANEL INITIAVE).
He is the CEO of DeSams LTD which comprises of desamsagroconsult, DeSams Home Gardens, DeSams Agro-Mart and DeSams Farms. He is the Project Director of Farm Story Africa and My Food Basket.
Mr. Rabiu Bello Gandi Coordinator- Sokoto state
Mr. Rabiu Bello Gandi is the State Coordinator, CS-SUNN Sokoto state chapter. An indigene of Gandi Community in Rabah LGA of Sokoto State and a graduate of Business Administration and Management, with over 23 years’ experience in social development work, passionate in the area of child protection, with the vision of having a society free of child abuse and exploitation. Presently working with save the Child Initiative (STCI), Nigeria as Head of Migration, Mobility and Protection with additional Management of Community relations.
Olabisi Omolona
Coordinator- Ondo state
Olabisi Omolona is a dedicated educator and advocate with extensive experience in promoting the well-being of women and children. Through her NGO, Restoration of the Dignity of Womanhood (ROTDOW), she has trained thousands of health workers and students in essential nutrition administration. Olabisi is committed to using information technology for advocacy and has received numerous awards for her humanitarian efforts. Currently serving as the State Coordinator of CS-SUNN in Ondo State, she holds degrees in Theology and Public Administration/Government, along with certificates in Health Education and Promotion, and Teenage Ministry.
Pastor Adio Olusegun: Coordinator - Oyo State
Pastor Adio Olusegun is the Oyo State CS-SUNN Coordinator. His areas of expertise covers Advocacy, Community Mobilization. He has served as Research Assistant per capital Consumption project, department of Human Nutrition, College of Medicine and as Osun State Survey Coordinator. Compilation of Nigeria Food Composition Table, southwest Region; World Bank assisted. He further served as Social Mobilization Officer, Nigeria AIDS Indicator and Impact Survey and Project Consultant on child labour sensitization and awareness.
John Ogbeide
Coordinator - Delta State
John Ogbeide, MNIM, is a graduate in Business Administration from Nnamdi Azikiwe University. He's skilled in advocacy, community mobilization, and project coordination. As the co-founder of Life’s Worth Development Initiative in Delta State, he's been involved in projects funded by organizations like the World Bank and UNICEF. John is also a member of various committees, including the Delta State Food and Nutrition Committee and Civil Society for HIV/AIDS in Nigeria. Currently serving as an Assistant Chief Administrative Officer in the Delta State Civil Service, he actively advocates for improved leave policies and capacity building for CS-SUNN and SCFN members.
Ityonzughul Rachel Mbazamber
Coordinator- Benue State
Mrs Ityonzughul Rachel Mbazamber is the CS-SUNN Benue State Coordinator. She has Dynamic leadership skills and mentors young Graduates. Rachael is passionate in Advocacy and Capacity building in Maternal Infant and Young Child Nutrition. She has a niche in Project Management and Field work. She is able to deliver on set Target with little supervision including a good team spirit.
Maureen Jibrin Musa
Coordinator- Bauchi State
Maureen Jibrin Musa is the CS-SUNN Bauchi State Coordinator. Mrs. Musa is a professional in Nutrition for girl-child and women programming. She holds a Master Degree in Education Administration and Planning and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education. Her Career spans around teaching and acting as a principal in some secondary schools since 1997 till February 2023, but now retired. She provides support on community engagements on girls, women, youth in both formal and informal education sectors in the management of their incomes and enhancing their standard of living across their families and communities.
Ibrahim Bello
Coordinator- Adamawa State
A result-oriented project management specialist with advanced-level expertise in grants management. He has a hands-on experience in governance programming, citizen’s engagement, stakeholder management, and health system strengthening with considerable research, facilitation and training skills. Ibrahim have over 7 years post qualification experience with a proven ability to manage all aspects of projects management from design to implementation, including financial management, strategic planning and advocacy. He has demonstrated leadership skills leveraged to drive teams toward success and sustain organizational goals.
Ubana Nkem Eyong
Coordinator- Cross River State
Mrs Ubana Nkem Eyong is the CS-SUNN Cross River State Chapter Coordinator. Her area of expertise is in Food and Nutrition programming with about 10years of experience in Food and Nutrition programs. She is a Nutrition leadership fellow and an Exco Member of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria Cross River State chapter. She commenced her career as a Community Volunteer and has worked as Nutrition officer in Cross River state Ministry of Agriculture.
Tanimu Salifu
Coordinator-Yobe State
Tanimu Salifu serves as the Yobe State Coordinator for the Civil Society Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN), an alliance dedicated to ensuring that every Nigerian has food and is nutrition secure. With a robust background in public health and community mobilization, Tanimu plays a pivotal role in advocating for nutrition security and health initiatives in Yobe State.
Zainab Ali Musa
Coordinator-Kano State
Zainab Ali Musa is the Kano State Coordinator, CS-SUNN. She is a dedicated nutrition advocate committed to improving maternal, infant, and child nutrition in Kano State. With a strong background in public health and community engagement, Zainab plays a key role in driving the implementation of CS-SUNN's initiatives at the state level. The state chapter works closely with government agencies, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to promote sustainable nutrition policies,...
Felix Tyover Igba
Coordinator- Niger State
Felix Tyover Igba is the Niger State Coordinator of CS-SUNN and currently serves as the Executive Director of Pearls Care Initiative (PCI), a role he has held for the past three years. In this capacity, he has provided both technical and operational leadership for the Accelerating Nutrition Results in Nigeria (ANRiN) Project, ensuring effective project management in alignment with donor and partner guidelines.
Ekinabhari-Ototo Unity
Coordinator-Bayelsa State
Ekinabhari-Ototo Unity is the State Coordinator for the Bayelsa Chapter of the Civil Society-Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN), where she leads initiatives aimed at improving nutrition outcomes across the state. With a strong passion for child health and nutrition, she also serves as the Executive Director of the Odionini Child Alive Foundation, an organization dedicated to promoting child survival, nutrition, and well-being.
Barrister Hadiza Miner
Coordinator-Plateau State
Barrister Hadiza Miner serves as the Plateau State Coordinator for the Civil Society-Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN), where she leads efforts to address malnutrition and promote sustainable nutritional development. With over two decades of experience in law, sustainable development, and resource management, Barrister Miner brings a wealth of expertise in advocating for improved health and nutrition outcomes across Plateau State.
Dr. Olugbemi Motilewa
Coordinator- Akwa Ibom State
Dr. Olugbemi Motilewa is an accomplished Public Health Physician, currently serving as the Akwa-Ibom State Coordinator for the Civil Society-Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN). With over 16 years of experience in healthcare and public health, Dr. Motilewa plays a key role in advancing nutrition advocacy and program implementation in Akwa-Ibom. His background as a physician, researcher, and health development expert enables him to approach the state's nutrition challenges with a comprehensive, evidence-based perspective.
Anele Okoragha
Coordinator-Ebonyi State
Anele Okoragha is the dedicated Coordinator for the Civil Society-Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) in Ebonyi State. With a robust background in public health and community engagement, Anele has been instrumental in advancing nutritional initiatives across the state. Her passion for improving health outcomes is evident in her tireless efforts to raise awareness about nutrition-related issues and implement evidence-based interventions that address the unique challenges faced by communities in Ebonyi.
Rachael Samuel Hassanar
Coordinator-Kebbi State
Rachael Samuel Hassana serves as the Kebbi State Coordinator for the Civil Society Scaling Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN), a role that positions her at the forefront of nutritional advocacy and community health initiatives. With a solid educational background in Nutrition and Dietetics, Rachael combines her expertise with practical experience to address pressing nutritional challenges in Kebbi State. She is dedicated to enhancing health outcomes through collaborative efforts, engaging local communities, and advocating for policies that support maternal and child health.
Kabiru Isah Jangeru
Coordinator- Zamfara State
Kabiru Isah Jangeru, the CS-SUNN Zamfara State Coordinator, has a rich background in civil society and community engagement, particularly in the areas of health and nutrition advocacy. He has been instrumental in promoting nutrition-related initiatives within Zamfara, leveraging his deep connections with local communities and stakeholders. His efforts in advocacy have focused on the improvement of maternal and child health through nutrition programs aimed at reducing malnutrition rates in the state.