GLOBAL KNIGHTS FOUNDATION
ABOUT US
2020
Foundation was Created
The Global Knights Foundation (GKF) was founded to champion the rights, well-being, and aspirations of older persons, inspired by the urgent need to address policy gaps in Nigeria’s retirement system.
2022
First Program
In 2022, the Global Knights Foundation launched its first program, a transformative UNIDOP roundtable on resilience, sparking dialogue to empower older persons and advocate for their rights in Nigeria.
About Global Knights Foundation
Born from a vision to honor Nigeria’s unsung heroes our elders Global Knights Foundation stands at the forefront of elderly advocacy. With over 9.4 million seniors today and a projected 25 million by 2050, we address urgent needs in a changing Nigeria. Our journey began with Executive Director Ngozi John-Uyah, whose personal story of caring for her terminally ill father fueled a movement. Her 2023 NTA appearance for the Global Day of Parents crystallized this mission: “Parents give their all for us; we must give back to our elders.” From hosting Nigeria’s first National Day for Senior Citizens symposium in 2022 to sparking intergenerational dialogue at UNIDOP 2025, GKF transforms challenges loneliness, healthcare gaps, mobility barriers into opportunities for connection and reform. Like the Dave Omokaro Foundation, we advocate for policy shifts, but our heart lies in community: every smile, every meal, every safe journey counts.
Empowering Generations: Care Today for Dignity Tomorrow
GLOBAL KNIGHRS FOUNDATION
HOW WE STARTED
Born from a vision to honor Nigeria’s unsung heroes our elders Global Knights Foundation stands at the forefront of elderly advocacy. With over 9.4 million seniors today and a projected 25 million by 2050, we address urgent needs in a changing Nigeria. Our journey began with Executive Director Ngozi John-Uyah, whose personal story of caring for her terminally ill father fueled a movement. Her 2023 NTA appearance for the Global Day of Parents crystallized this mission: “Parents give their all for us; we must give back to our elders.”

GLOBAL KNIGHTS FOUNDATION
OUR JOURNEY SO FAR
From hosting Nigeria’s first National Day for Senior Citizens symposium in 2022 to sparking intergenerational dialogue at UNIDOP 2025, GKF transforms challenges loneliness, healthcare gaps, mobility barriers into opportunities for connection and reform. Like the Dave Omokaro Foundation, we advocate for policy shifts, but our heart lies in community: every smile, every meal, every safe journey counts.

Our Board Trustees

Ngozi John-Uyah
BOT Chair

Linda Eboh
Trustee

Kenedy Onukwe
Trustee

Munira Adamu-Ibrahim
Board Secretary

Cornelia Nwadike
Truste

Anthony Uyah
Trustee

Mariam Adamu-Ibrahim
Trustee
A FEW WORDS

Ngozi John-Uyah, Executive Director
Our aim at Global Knights Foundation (GKF) is to push for programs and innovations that support the physical, social, and financial well-being of the elderly in order to improve the lives of older adults in the community and promote healthy aging for all. “We will continue to push for more advocacy to ensure that the right institutions and policies were in place to promote the rights of older persons sustainably in Nigeria.”
Our Mission and Vision
Executive Commitee Members

Ngozi John-Uyah
Executive Director

Cornelia Nwadike
Director of Administration

Charles Onyeukwu
Media Officer

Munira Adamu-Ibrahim
Secretary

Linda Eboh
Director of Finance

Bernard Oko
Digital Strategist

