Restoring Academic Excellence Across Northern Nigeria

Celebrating, rewarding, and mentoring outstanding students across the 19 Arewa States.
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About Gamji Foundation

Gamji Foundation for Educational Excellence is a pan-Arewa nonprofit organization committed to identifying, rewarding, and nurturing exceptional academic talent across all 19 states of Northern Nigeria. The Foundation was established to revive a strong culture of scholarship, discipline, and merit, and to position education once again as the cornerstone of development in the region.

Inspired by the enduring legacy of Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto (Gamji), a visionary leader who placed education at the heart of societal progress, the Foundation draws from his philosophy that sustainable development begins with enlightened minds. His lifelong investment in learning, institution-building, and human capital continues to guide our mission.

Through a structured system of academic prizes, scholarships, mentorship programs, and leadership development initiatives, the Foundation recognizes outstanding students from the grassroots level to the regional stage. Our programs are designed not only to reward excellence, but to support beneficiaries throughout their academic journey, equipping them with the guidance, values, and opportunities needed to thrive.

Prizes for Excellence

We identify and reward outstanding students at LGA, State, and regional levels to promote a culture of academic excellence.

Leadership Development

We nurture future leaders through mentorship, guidance, and values-driven development programs.

Scholarships & Support

We provide financial aid, academic support, and learning opportunities that help exceptional students reach their full potential.

Community Impact

We engage schools, communities, and stakeholders across the 19 Northern States to strengthen education and inspire collective progress.

How It Works

Identify Excellence

Top-performing students are identified through verified JAMB results across LGAs, states, and Northern Nigeria.

Reward & Support

Outstanding students receive academic prizes, scholarships, and mentorship to support their educational journey.

Build Future Leaders

Beneficiaries receive leadership training and community engagement support to prepare them for meaningful impact.

Our Impact

Award Given

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Merit-Based Selection

LGAs as Long-Term Reach

Northern States Covered

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Top Beneficiaries

Aminu Auwal Ahmed

#1

JAMB Score: 345

Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim AI Prize

Khadija Ladan Ahmad

#2

JAMB Score: 344

ABK Prize

Zahra Muhammad Bello

#3

JAMB Score: 328

Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim AI Prize