Our History

MASIJO Foundation is a humanitarian organization focused on advancing the rights, welfare, and socio-economic wellbeing of widows. Founded on the principles of compassion, justice, and equity, we seek to address the systemic challenges faced by widowed women, especially in rural and underserved communities.

MASIJO Foundation is a non-governmental, non-profit organization dedicated to uplifting the lives of widows through advocacy, empowerment programme, and community-based support initiatives. We are committed to restoring dignity, providing hope, and creating sustainable opportunities for widows across Nigeria. ‎Whether through economic empowerment, legal aid, mental health support, or community reintegration, MASIJO Foundation stands beside every widow ensuring she is not left behind.

Our Team

Engr Silas

Founder

Mrs Mary

Director

Joy

Coordinator

Mr. Silas Joseph

‎GIVING HOPE FOR THE NEW GENERATION OF CHILDREN IS KEY TO MY GOALS AND AMBITION SAYS MR. SILAS JOSEPH FNIQS....... The President/CEO MASIJO FOUNDATION Mr. Silas Joseph FNIQS has once again proven to be a visionary and transformational leader whose core goals and objectives is to transform lives, build character and create an avenue where children can fill in the society with moral control and good fortune. Mr. Silas who is the kaduna State Handball Association Chairman and the Captain of the popular Mega Veterans Handball Club Abuja through his foundation donated over 100 canvas shoes to the kaduna State under age boys and girls Handball players in Kaduna metropoly. In what was an exciting moment for the kids at their training session today, they were all told the Chairman has bought a pair of Handball foot wear for every player in all the age grade category of the State Handball team which Immediately after the information one could see how Joy and happiness took over their faces. Mr. Silas Joseph FNIQS a key stakeholder in Nigeria Handball family had earlier sponsored the Kaduna State U12 and U15 (boys and girls) to the National Championship in Umuahia, Abia state this year where their performance were so impressive. He personally provided the team with transportation, feeding, outfits. allowances and other incentives. Recall that Mr. Silas has made a lot of contributions to the development of Handball game in Nigeria by providing financial assistance and giving out Handball equipments to several clubs. 3rd July 2025.

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Our Mission

‎To empower widows with the tools, resources, and support they need to lead independent, fulfilling lives..

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Our Vision

A society where every widow is respected, self-reliant, and meaningfully included in community life‎.