First Charity Ball to mobilise n150b for refugees, migrants, IDPs

Nigeria is set to host its first-ever National Charity Ball, the Renewed Hope Charity Ball for Migrants, Refugees, and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), aimed at raising N150 billion to support the Persons of Concern (POCs) across the country.

The event, a collaboration between the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) and Imaginative Ceilings Limited, seeks to merge philanthropy with social impact, rallying high-profile individuals, corporate leaders, and government officials for an evening dedicated to fundraising and advocacy.

Scheduled to take place between August and September, the charity ball aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration, which prioritizes social welfare and economic empowerment for vulnerable groups.

According to a proposal submitted by Imaginative Ceilings Limited, the event will be hosted by NCFRMI and chaired by Nigeria’s First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, alongside First Ladies from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as co – chairpersons.

The CEO of Imaginative Ceilings Limited, Festus Ofume, described the charity ball as a groundbreaking philanthropic effort.

“This charity ball is not just a social event but a movement to mobilize resources for healthcare, education, skills development, and economic empowerment programs for the POCs,” Ofume stated.

The Federal Commissioner of NCFRMI, Hon. Aliyu Tijani Ahmed reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting refugees, migrants and internally displaced persons through sustainable interventions.

“This initiative represents a bold step towards transforming the lives of refugees, migrants and internally displaced persons. It is not just about raising funds but ensuring that these funds translate into tangible, life-changing programs to aid their resettlement, rehabilitation and reintegration. “We are grateful for the collaboration with Imaginative Ceilings Limited and the support of stakeholders who believe in this cause,” Ahmed said.

The initiative is expected to attract top business executives, policymakers, and celebrities, all dedicated to supporting the POCs through financial, material contributions and advocacy.

Funds raised from the event will be channeled into short and long-term humanitarian projects, ensuring sustainable interventions for affected communities. With no similar event in Nigeria’s philanthropic landscape, the Renewed Hope Charity Ball aims to set a new precedent for fundraising, leveraging entertainment, networking, and grassroots engagement to drive social change.

As preparations gain momentum, organizers remain optimistic that the initiative will secure substantial financial and policy support, creating lasting impact for migrants, refugees, and IDPs across Nigeria.