In the quiet community of Pegba in Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State, a transformation is taking place—led not by politicians or celebrities, but by a revered woman known to many as Yeye L’orisa of Ibadan Land. Her real name, as she jokingly introduces herself, is Yeye Alarafin Olofo Lo Binu Ologo, meaning “an...

Theme: “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld To mark Menstrual Hygiene Day, Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria was at Pegba Community Secondary School, Ibadan, for an impactful orientation and sensitization session on menstrual hygiene management. Our team engaged the students in a practical session where we addressed menstrual health, debunked common myths, demonstrated how to use sanitary pads properly,...

The Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria (TBI) in collaboration with Oyo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion with support from UNICEF Nigeria is calling on members of Community-based organizations, youth groups, grassroot organizations, clubs and associations in Oluyole, Ido, Olorunsogo and Saki-East LGAs of Oyo state to apply and collaborate with us as community facilitators(Volunteer(s))...

Theme: Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures📍 Iwo Road Community, Ibadan | April 7, 2025 In commemoration of World Health Day 2025, Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria took health advocacy to the grassroots! Through a door-to-door campaign, our team of passionate staff and volunteers reached 30 households and engaged 72 community members — from young adults to the elderly....

Strengthening Partnerships to End FGM: UNICEF Team Visits TBI   We were honored to receive the UNICEF team led by Mr. Denis Onoise on a working visit to our office. The delegation included Miss Pragna, Child Protection Officer (UNICEF Abuja), and Miss Ekene, Child Protection Specialist (UNICEF Abuja), who visited Oyo State to familiarize themselves...

In commemoration of the International Day of Education 2025, Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria hosted a thought-provoking debate competition at Army Barracks Secondary School, Iwo Road, Ibadan, on Friday, January 24th, 2025. The event marked the final phase of a three-school debate series organized by the NGO to highlight the day’s theme, “AI and Education: Preserving Human...

In commemoration of the International Day of Education 2025, the Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria organized a vibrant debate competition at Community Grammar School, Iwo Road, Ibadan, on Thursday, January 23, 2025. The event, themed around this year’s focus, “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,” explored the thought-provoking topic: “Artificial Intelligence Can...

In commemoration of the International Day of Education 2025, with the theme “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,” Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria (TBI) held an engaging debate competition at Bishop Philips Academy, Iwo Road, Ibadan, on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The event brought together talented students who passionately debated the topic:...

With the support of UNFPA Nigeria, Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria (TBI) successfully conducted a Town Hall Meeting and Community Dialogue in Eyenkorin, Asa LGA, Kwara State. This initiative brought together Traditional Leaders, Religious Leaders, and other Influential Stakeholders, focusing on collaborative efforts to eliminate Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in the community. The dialogue served as a...

As part of our commitment to eliminating Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Kwara State, Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria (TBI), alongside four other implementing NGOs, participated in a programme planning and inception meeting with the Commissioner and Officials of the Kwara State Ministry of Women Affairs. This meeting marks a crucial step in hitting the ground running...