HE Aisha Babangida
Aisha Babangida is a humanitarian leader and an experienced founder with a demonstrated history of working within philanthropy and helping underserved communities throughout Nigeria. She is the Chairperson of the Better Life Program for the African Rural Woman, taking over after her mother, who worked previously as the Chairman and Founder.
In addition to her passion and commitment to philanthropy, Aisha Babangida is also passionate about finance and business. She has continued to advocate for female empowerment by working to increase women’s rights and provide them with resources that can help transform their lives and communities.
Through her work and outreach, Aisha Babangida realized the importance of microfinance and banking for the Nigerian economy. In 2016, she founded the Egwafin Microfinance Bank, which helps those in Nigeria get the access they need to funding and financing that they may not have had access to otherwise. She loves seeing how financial inclusion changes lives in her community.
Aisha Babangida has become known for her leadership in the community as well as her skills in nonprofit organizations, negotiation, corporate social responsibility, business planning, and analytical skills. She supports women in building small and growing businesses in low- and middle-income countries so that they can contribute to their economies and have a stronger voice in their societies. Aisha is actively involved in the organization, generously and tirelessly giving her time and resources to ensure its success. Traveling internationally, visiting projects and speaking on behalf of women in Nigeria, encouraging other non-profit organizations and governments to do more to support women business owners. She is a recipient of awards for services to women issues, especially in Nigeria.