MacArthur has been making grants in Nigeria since 1989 and opened an office in the country in 1994 with a Staff of Nigerians who know and love their country.
Our Grantmaking in Nigeria
A thriving Nigeria—with its rich natural resources, young and growing population, and continental leadership—is one of the most important goals for the world today. The Foundation has worked in Nigeria for nearly 30 years in a variety of fields, including population and reproductive health, secondary and higher education, criminal justice, and human rights.
Since 2016, our On Nigeria Big Bet focused on reducing corruption by supporting Nigerian-led efforts to promote an atmosphere of accountability, transparency, and good governance in the country. Grantmaking concluded at the end of 2024 and this program is in the process of ending. The Foundation no longer accepts proposals for this area of work.
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MacArthur Foundation Nigeria
No 1 Sankuru Close
Off Rima Street, Off Gurara Street,
by El Amin School,
IBB Way, Maitama, Abuja
Nigeria
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Current Programs
On Nigeria
Reducing corruption by supporting Nigerian-led efforts that strengthen accountability, transparency, and participation.
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