About - apalegacy.org

Who we are

Our Story

The APA Legacy Sustainability Initiative is an education support program established by Dr. David Olofu, a former Commissioner for Finance in Benue State, Nigeria. This initiative was created to aid Idoma students in tertiary institutions who are facing financial challenges.

The fund, initially set at N20 million, aims to grow by N10 million annually until it reaches a total of N50 million. The initiative was inspired by Dr. Olofu's personal experience of financial struggle during his university years, which motivated him to support students in similar situations. The program aligns with broader efforts to support education under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration (MySchoolNews) (Independent).

The fund's management is overseen by a Board of Trustees chaired by Professor David Salifu, with representation from various stakeholders, including the National Association of Idoma Students (NAIS), the Idoma Area Traditional Council, civil society, and local government officials (Independent). This initiative is seen as a significant step towards empowering Idoma students and encouraging other leaders to contribute to educational development in the region.

Our Mission

⁠To provide equitable access to quality education to student from poor financed background and ensure that their financial barriers do not impede their academic success.

Our Vision

To create a future where every student, regardless of their financial background or physical ability, has equal access to quality education, empowering them to achieve academic success and contribute meaningfully to the growth and sustainability of their communities.

Our Values

Education for All

We are committed to removing barriers to education and providing the necessary support for academic success.

Community Empowernment

We strive to empower our community through educational opportunities and collaborative initiatives for greater collective impact.

Sustainability

We promote sustainable practices to ensure our efforts have lasting positive impacts on both the environment and the community.

Education for All

We are committed to removing barriers to education and providing the necessary support for academic success.

Community Empowernment

We strive to empower our community through educational opportunities and collaborative initiatives for greater collective impact.

Sustainability

We promote sustainable practices to ensure our efforts have lasting positive impacts on both the environment and the community.

Integrity and Transparency

We uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency, remaining accountable and honest in all our actions and decisions.

Collaboration

We believe in the power of collaboration and actively seek to build strong partnerships with individuals, organizations, and institutions that share our vision.