Our goal: Empower 10,000 Ekiti Youths 2031
Funding Bright Ekiti Futures
Empowering the next generation of change-makers from Ekiti State through mentorship, scholarships, and community-driven programs — entirely free to participants.
Ekiti 100 program
Apply & get mentored
- Eligibility criteria
- How to apply
- Selection process
- Annual summit
Our scholars
Stories of impact
- Scholars profile
- Alumni network
- CFIMA winners
- Scholar community
100
Scholars in cohort 1
16
Ekiti LGAs covered
$3000
Value per scholar
100%
Free to participants
ABOUT US
Inspiring change-makers from Ekiti to realize they are capable and purpose-driven
The Muyiwa Igbalajobi Foundation, founded by Dr. Muyiwa Ayokunle Igbalajobi, is dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders from Ekiti State. An educational access advocate and multi-award winner recognized across four continents, Dr. Igbalajobi founded the organization to provide youth with the tools, guidance, and opportunities needed to succeed academically and professionally.
Through education, mentorship, and community-focused programs, we nurture talent, foster leadership, and open global opportunities for Ekiti’s brightest minds.
“From Efon to Ikere. From Ijero to Oye — no young person in Ekiti should lose their future simply because they lacked guidance.”
— Dr. Muyiwa Igbalajobi, Founder
Dr. Muyiwa Ayokunle Igbalajobi
Founder & Educational Access Advocate
In memory of his late father Caleb and sister Funmilayo, Dr. Igbalajobi built this Foundation to ensure no Ekiti youth loses their future for lack of guidance. Before founding the MAI Foundation, he built Scholarships Café — supporting over 80,000 students across 197 countries and territories in securing scholarships globally.
Flagship program — now enrolling cohort 2
Ekiti 100 Scholar Mentorship Program
Mentoring 100 highly qualified Ekiti youths across all 16 Local Government Areas each year — guiding the brightest minds to fully funded Master’s and PhD opportunities at world-class universities. Entirely free to every participant.
100
Scholars/year
16
LGAs covered
$3000
Value per scholar
100%
Free to all
key achievements
What we have built so far
From Ekiti’s classrooms to universities across the world — here is the impact we have created together.
Education
Launched the Ekiti 100 Scholar Program, mentoring 100 youths across all 16 LGAs toward fully funded global opportunities.
Leadership
Developed youth leadership programs cultivating critical thinking, problem-solving, and civic engagement across Ekiti.
Initiatives
Launched CFIMA, Ekiti 100, and the Ekiti Scholarship Summit — transforming lives across all 16 LGAs.
Network
Connected Ekiti scholars to a global network built on the founder’s 80,000+ scholarship success stories across 197 countries.
Unlocking minds — changing worldss
Stories of impact from our scholars
The real impact of the Ekiti 100 Scholar Program is best told by the scholars themselves.
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Adewale O.
Ekiti State University · Cohort 1
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Funmilayo A.
EKSU · Cohort 1
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Babatunde O.
Federal University Oye · Cohort 1
Celebrating legacy, inspiring futures
The CFIMA Award
The Caleb and Funmilayo Igbalajobi Memorial Award recognizes outstanding young graduates from Ijero, Efon, and Ekiti West who embody academic excellence, leadership, and service.
First recipients of the CFIMA 2026 Award announced
We are thrilled to recognize the outstanding young graduates who exemplify excellence, leadership, and community service across Ekiti State.
We are deeply grateful to our sponsors and for the support of His Excellency, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, whose encouragement makes initiatives like CFIMA and the Ekiti Scholarship Summit possible. Congratulations to all recipients — your dedication, passion, and commitment to making a difference truly embody the spirit of CFIMA.
Programs
We empower individuals through training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities
Join us to empower the next generation of leaders from Ekiti State.
Youth leadership
Educational scholarships
Entrepreneurship & skills
Our partners
Supported by visionary partners
It takes a village — and ours is extraordinary. Every scholarship and every success story started with a partner who believed in Ekiti’s potential.
Our blog
Latest from the Foundation
Insights, scholar stories, and updates from the Ekiti 100 community.
faqs
Common questions
Everything you need to know about the Foundation and the Ekiti 100 program.
Any indigene or resident of Ekiti State who demonstrates strong academic performance, financial need, and a commitment to contributing to Ekiti’s development. The program is open to all genders and actively encourages applications from young women and persons with disabilities.
Yes — 100% free to every selected scholar. The program covers mentorship, guidance, and resources worth approximately $3,000 per participant at no cost to the scholar.
Applications open annually ahead of the January Scholarship Summit. Follow our social media and subscribe to our newsletter to be notified as soon as applications open each year
Our panel reviews every application holistically — assessing academic merit, leadership potential, financial need, and commitment to Ekiti’s development. We aim to represent all 16 LGAs fairly in each cohort
You can donate to sponsor a scholar, partner with us as an organisation, or volunteer your time and expertise. Every contribution directly impacts a young person in Ekiti State.
Be part of the change
Join us in empowering the next generation of Ekiti leaders through your time, expertise, or financial support.
