Mrs. Adeyemi still remembers the night she almost didn’t notice. Her son had always been the loud one, the one who filled the house with laughter, football chants, and off-key singing in the shower. So when he grew quiet, she told herself it was just a phase. Exams, maybe. Or a girl. He was tired […]
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On Saturday, July 4, 2026, a group of remarkable young women will take a significant step into a new chapter of their lives. As they walk across the stage at the Genesis House Graduation Ceremony in Lekki, they will not simply be receiving certificates; they will be celebrating a journey of courage, healing, and transformation.
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Substance abuse is not just an individual problem — it deeply affects families, schools, and communities. The theme Unmasking Addiction highlights the need to look beyond the surface of drug use and focus on the systems that can prevent, detect early, and support recovery. This approach aligns with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well‑being) and
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In a fast-changing landscape, capacity building is no longer optional; it is essential. The strength of any organisation is directly tied to how well its people are equipped to think, communicate, and execute. Day 1: Onsite Engagement and Strategic Alignment The training began with registration and an icebreaker session, setting the tone for collaboration and
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Freedom Foundation Nigeria is set to host a transformative 2-day capacity-building program themed “Strengthening Skills for Impact”. This is part of our ongoing commitment to organizational excellence, alignment, and global positioning. The program is scheduled for April 14–15, 2026, and will bring together leadership, program teams, and external experts to equip staff with the knowledge,
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A global non-profit, Freedom Foundation Nigeria, marked a significant milestone with the relaunch of Genesis House alongside the celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD), reaffirming its commitment to the restoration, protection, and empowerment of vulnerable girls. The event which was held on March 26th at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, was a powerful celebration
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When we met Prince in 2014, he had already spent 32 years trapped in chronic addiction. For over a decade, he begged on the streets of Lagos to fund his habit, moving from place to place with no stability and no dignity left to protect. For years, he tried to get help, holding onto hope
Tolani was known on the streets as “Tolani Danger.” Come rain or shine, she slept wherever night found her, her body worn down by drugs and days without rest. There was no home to return to and no safe place to hide from the violence that surrounded her. Addiction ruled her life. Her turning point
At 18, I was desperate for money and a place to stay. A woman I met on the street told me about a “job opportunity” in a nearby city where I could earn good money quickly. She said all the girls she knew were making easy money and living comfortably. I trusted her, thinking it
I was born in a polygamous family and was well cared for until my mother fell ill and lost her business. My father stopped paying my school fees, calling my mother and myself a burden. So I left home for Lagos in search of a job so I could save some money and go to
Freedom Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming lives and communities through rehabilitation, education, empowerment and lasting social impact.