Dr. Victoria Nwoka

Trustee

Dr. Victoria Nwoka is a retired senior civil servant ... with over 30 years of experience as an educator at the primary school level. A natural philanthropist, she has dedicated her life to empowering women and adolescent girls. Dr. Nwoka has held influential leadership positions both within and beyond her local community, where she successfully initiated partnerships with external organisations to implement impactful skills acquisition programmes. These initiatives have significantly advanced women’s economic empowerment and fostered sustainable economic development in various communities. Highly driven and passionate about service to humanity and community development, Dr. Nwoka continues to inspire those around her through her unwavering commitment and exemplary leadership. She remains a role model to countless women, encouraging them to reach their full potential.

Eme Akwari

Trustee

Eme Akwari is multifaceted... professional with extensive experience across diverse sectors. He is a seasoned broadcast consultant with over a decade of experience in banking and has also held a political appointment. Akwari has a proven track record in Nigeria’s real sector, demonstrating his deep understanding of the nation’s economy. Passionate about the sound upbringing of children—particularly the girl child—he has been an unwavering advocate for the less privileged beyond his immediate community, consistently supporting initiatives that promote equity, empowerment and social progress.

Kate Erusiafe

Trustee

She is an assiduous entrepreneur ... who has supported the vision of the Accord-Bridge Foundation from its inception. With a wealth of business experience, Kate currently organises specialised agricultural training programmes tailored for women, empowering them with practical skills to enhance their economic opportunities. Kate has a personal mission of facilitating the transformation of individuals and communities. She aspires to lead women and girls in developing their full potential and is fully dedicated to contributing her diverse work experience to support the women’s economic empowerment initiatives of the Accord-Bridge Foundation.

Pastor Raymond Ekemezie

Trustee

A clergy and the founder of the ... the Healing Stream International Worship Centre, he is deeply committed to teaching and living the word of God. Just as importantly, he actively supports various poverty alleviation projects, particularly those focused on empowering women. He has been a passionate supporter of the Accord-Bridge Foundation since learning of their inspiring mission to help women and girls achieve financial independence through skills acquisition for wealth creation.