…Unveils a new logo, a new vision and a new mission statement

The MTN Foundation celebrated its 20th anniversary with a stakeholder conference in Abuja, highlighting two decades of significant contributions to communities across Nigeria. This event provided a platform to reflect on the Foundation’s achievements, unveil a new logo, vision and mission statement, and launch its Y’ello Impact Report, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.

The conference brought together eminent figures from the private and public sectors, all coming together to honor the tremendous impact of the MTN Foundation’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) over the past 20 years.

A keynote address was delivered virtually by Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, who hailed the Foundation as a leading example of CSI in Nigeria. “The MTN Foundation embodies the transformative power of public-private partnerships. His investments in education, healthcare, digital literacy and youth empowerment have touched the lives of countless people. By providing scholarships, supporting maternal and child health, and helping young people develop skills for the future, the initiatives build the resilience of our communities and create pathways for sustainable growth. »

Guests at the event witnessed the unveiling of the MTN Foundation’s new vision and mission statements, as well as its logo, heralding a new era of impactful initiatives where they are needed most. During the unveiling, the Executive Director of the MTN Foundation, Odunayo Sanya, highlighted the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to fostering sustainable growth within Nigerian communities and expanding its reach across the country. “We have evolved over the years, but one constant remains: our desire to do more. We believe much more can be accomplished,” Sanya said.

Sanya articulated the new vision of the MTN Foundation, which aspires to improve the quality of life of all Nigerians and transform communities nationwide. “At the MTN Foundation, we envision a Nigeria where no community is left behind. »

Sanya further described the mission of the Foundation for the Future, which summarizes its commitment to holistic socio-economic development: “Our mission is to constantly improve the well-being of our communities by fostering investments through through collaborations and partnerships in capacity building, health and economic empowerment. .”

Panel discussions bringing together recipients from various MTN Foundation initiatives highlighted its significant impact on women’s empowerment, education, music, economic growth and community development.

Beyond celebrating two decades of achievements, this stakeholder conference served as a rallying call for private sector organizations to leverage their resources in partnership with government efforts to improve well-being Nigerian communities and promote sustainable development across the country.