Northern Innovation Lab Foundation
Pioneer enterprise support and human capacity development hub in North-East Ghana
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Empowering Youth
Providing digital skills and entrepreneurship training
Building Communities
Supporting MSMEs and creating job opportunities
Who We Are
Northern Innovation Lab Foundation (NILF) is a pioneer enterprise support and human capacity development hub located in the North-East Region of Ghana, with the head office in Walewale and satellite offices in Nalerigu, Chereponi and Bunkpurugu. NILF has a strong bias towards digitalization while providing business development and advisory services, technology trainings, educational programs and support to students, entrepreneurs, SGBs and MSMEs within the North East Region of Ghana.
Revenue we generate from our services is also being re-invested into health and civic empowerment and community development programs for Adolescents and Youth across Northern Ghana. We also advocate for the achievement of SDGs and Digital Inclusion for rural populations, especially within the informal sector.
Our Vision
To achieve entrepreneurial and digital inclusion for young people and the informal sector, towards the sustainable development of our society.
Our Mission
To nurture a generation of business owners, business leaders and business builders whiles equipping them with skills and tools for success and the sustainable development of our society.
Our Services
Digital Skills Training
Comprehensive courses in web development, data analysis, and digital marketing to equip youth with in-demand tech skills.
Technical, Vocational and Education Training (TVET)
Hands-on training programs in various trades to enhance employability and promote self-employment.
Agricultural Technical, Vocational and Education Training (ATVET)
Specialized training in modern agricultural techniques, farm management, and agribusiness to boost the agricultural sector.
Co-working Space
Fully equipped workspace for entrepreneurs and freelancers, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Research and Innovation Consultancy
Expert guidance on research methodologies and innovative solutions for businesses and organizations.
Enterprise Support
Comprehensive business development services, including mentorship, funding advice, and market access strategies.
Incubation and Acceleration Programs
Tailored programs to nurture startups and scale-ups, providing resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
STEM
Engaging programs to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics education among youth.
Health and Civic Empowerment
Initiatives to improve community health awareness and promote active citizenship among youth.
Advocacy Training
Empowering individuals and groups with skills to effectively advocate for social and policy changes.
Our Impact
10+
Partnership
10,000+
Youth Trained
2000+
MSMEs created and supported
5,000+
Females trained
1,000+
Jobs created
500+
Stakeholders engaged
Our Work in Action
Digital Skills Training
TVET Program
Agricultural Training
Co-working Space
Enterprise Support
STEM Education
Our Achievements and Impact
Awards and Recognition
Overall Best Hub
Ghana Startups Summit
2021
Best Business Hub
Ghana Startups Summit
2021
Best Employability Hub
Ghana Startups Summit
2021
Best Media & Visibility
Ghana Startups Summit
2021
Best Gender Inclusive Hub
Ghana Startups Summit
2022
Online Articles
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Date: April 6, 2022
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Date: September 18, 2021
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Date: September 2, 2022
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Our Partners & Funders
Partners
Social Enterprise Ghana
Reach for Change
Afrilabs
Ghana Hubs Network
Ghana Tech Lab
Soronko Academy
Digital Transformation Center Ghana
African Student For Interfaith Tolerance-ASFIT
MDF Africa
MTN Ghana Foundation
NEIP
Funders
World Bank Africa
Mastercard Foundation Young Africa Works
ForumCiv
Ministry for Communication
UNDP Ghana
GIZ Ghana
Our Team
Alfred John Opoku
Executive Director
Adamu Zakaria
Head of Finance
Shaida Ibrahim Bugri
Finance Associate
Grace Yakubu
Project Associate
Rafihatu Adam
Community Associate
Wisdom Bakanda Nwenlen
M&E Associate
Issahaku Zaara
Administrator
Jonas Wewovi
Tech Lead
Our Location
Contact Us
Head Office: 9664+37M, Catholic Cemetery Before Hon. Abdul Karim House, Former DCE, Walewale, Ghana
+233 24 935 9749
Satellite Offices:
- Nalerigu
- Chereponi
- Bunkpurugu
Social Media Stories
Excited to be part of the digital skills training program at NILF! #DigitalSkills #NILF
Our TVET program is empowering youth with practical skills. #TVET #YouthEmpowerment
Innovative agricultural techniques being taught in our ATVET program. #Agriculture #Innovation
Collaboration in action at our co-working space. #Entrepreneurship #Coworking