About us
Aims and Objectives
Empowering Women and Youth for a Sustainable Future
• Providing skill acquisition, entrepreneurship training, and financial literacy programs to promote economic independence.
• Implementing mentorship and leadership initiatives to build confidence and self-reliance.
• Supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through capacity-building, funding, and business incubation programs.
• Creating a thriving ecosystem for women-led businesses and youth-driven innovations.
• Increasing access to quality education through scholarships, learning materials, and school infrastructure improvements.
• Establishing vocational training centers to equip young people with practical skills for self-sufficiency.
• Improving rural infrastructure by constructing borehole wells, renovating religious centers, and building community hubs.
• Implementing feeding programs to combat malnutrition and food insecurity among vulnerable populations.
• Promoting the protection of marginalized groups.
• Engaging policymakers to develop sustainable policies that support social inclusion.
• Organizing health outreach programs, including maternal and child health services, vaccinations, and hygiene awareness campaigns.
• Providing medical aid and education on critical health issues affecting women and children.
Flagship Program: Kebbi State Business Expo
The Kebbi State Business Expo, organized by the Khadijah Sakaba Empowerment Initiative, stands as the flagship program and one of the most impactful entrepreneurial platforms in Northern Nigeria. It is a bold and visionary project designed to promote business innovation, empowerment, and inclusive economic development.
Launched under the leadership of Dr. Khadijah Musa Sakaba, the Expo brings together aspiring entrepreneurs, SMEs, local artisans, and private sector leaders to showcase, connect, and grow. It is more than an event—it is a transformative space where ideas meet opportunities.
- Business Showcases and Exhibitions: A platform for startups, women-led businesses, and youth-driven enterprises to display their products and services to a wide audience, including investors and development partners.
- Access to Funding: The Expo offers access to grant opportunities, micro-loans, and partnerships with development finance institutions focused on SME growth.
- Training and Capacity Building: Participants engage in masterclasses, business development workshops, and leadership seminars delivered by experts across sectors.
- Mentorship and Networking: A dedicated mentorship program matches emerging entrepreneurs with experienced professionals and successful business owners for guidance and growth.
- Policy Advocacy and Dialogue: The Expo also serves as a platform for policy dialogue with government representatives on creating an enabling environment for entrepreneurship in Kebbi and Northern Nigeria.
Over the years, the Kebbi State Business Expo has grown into a highly anticipated annual event that drives economic activity, supports enterprise growth, and accelerates youth empowerment. Through this initiative, Dr. Khadijah Musa Sakaba continues to champion local innovation and sustainable livelihoods for her people.
Founder’s Vision and Leadership
Dr. Khadijah Musa Sakaba is a humanitarian, social advocate, and development expert with a deep passion for transforming lives through grassroots interventions. Her unwavering belief in self-sufficiency, inclusive growth, and sustainable impact has guided KSEI’s mission since its inception.
She is currently pursuing an MBA (in view) and has worked closely with key institutions and state actors to implement empowerment-focused projects. Under her leadership, the initiative has become a beacon of hope, delivering life-changing opportunities for women and youth in Nigeria. Her dedication to service has earned her recognition as a powerful voice in humanitarian work across the North and beyond.
Future Aspirations
The Khadijah Sakaba Empowerment Initiative is building for the future with bold and compassionate goals aimed at deepening its impact across underserved communities.
One of the foremost ongoing projects is the construction of a standard orphanage home in Kebbi State, which will provide shelter, education, and emotional support to orphans and vulnerable children. This initiative reflects KSEI’s deep commitment to child welfare, protection, and sustainable care solutions for society's most vulnerable.
- Expanding outreach programs to reach more remote and marginalized communities across Nigeria.
- Establishing additional vocational training centers to equip more women and youth with market-ready skills.
- Strengthening partnerships with government bodies, private organizations, and international development agencies.
- Scaling the Kebbi State Business Expo into a regional and national entrepreneurship platform that empowers thousands annually.
- Launching digital literacy and innovation hubs to close the technology gap and create opportunities in ICT-related industries.
- Forging global partnerships to attract technical, financial, and policy support for its long-term sustainability.
Community Development and Legacy
At the heart of KSEI’s work lies a steadfast dedication to community transformation. Over the years, the initiative has committed itself to sustainable projects that uplift the collective well-being of the people it serves.
- Infrastructure Support: Construction of boreholes and water systems in water-stressed communities, and the rehabilitation of religious and cultural centers to strengthen social cohesion.
- Welfare and Relief Programs: Providing food, clothing, and essential supplies to widows, displaced families, and people living in extreme poverty.
- Educational Advancement: Scholarships, school renovations, and educational aid for children from low-income families.
- Economic Integration: Enabling thousands of women and young people to start or scale businesses through training, grants, and access to markets.
- Youth Mentorship and Leadership: Identifying and nurturing young leaders to become active contributors to community growth and innovation.
Dr. Khadijah Musa Sakaba’s legacy is one of service, resilience, and visionary action. Through KSEI, she has built a foundation of hope that continues to inspire and empower across generations—leaving behind not just programs, but empowered communities, improved livelihoods, and sustainable institutions for the future.
