In a monumental stride toward eradicating child poverty and expanding access to education in West Africa, the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), through its InnerCity Mission for Children, has launched a new free school project in the heart of Monrovia, Liberia. This initiative stands as a bold miracle—an embodiment of love, hope, and lasting impact for Liberia’s most vulnerable children.
Answering the Cry for Help in Liberia
Liberia, like many nations across Africa, has long grappled with the harsh realities of child poverty, limited access to education, and a widening socio-economic gap that continues to leave many young lives behind. In response to this urgent need, the InnerCity Mission—COFI’s flagship NGO dedicated to supporting indigent children—has brought its vision of transformation to Monrovia, marking the beginning of a new chapter for hundreds of children who have lived without the promise of a stable education.
The launch of this school project—InnerCity Mission’s 14th free school across the continent—is more than just the construction of a building. It’s a tangible expression of COFI’s unwavering commitment to restoring dignity, purpose, and opportunity to children living in underserved communities. Open to all, regardless of gender, religion, or ethnicity, the school will offer quality, tuition-free education to children who would otherwise be left behind by conventional systems.
A Partnership of Purpose
The groundbreaking ceremony, attended by local dignitaries, community leaders, and representatives of COFI and the InnerCity Mission, highlighted the widespread support for the initiative. The warm reception from government officials and the Liberian public underscores the deep need and appreciation for such interventions. It’s a testimony to how faith-based humanitarian action can align with national development goals to bring about sustainable change.
The school in Monrovia is part of COFI’s larger strategic effort to replicate its model of success across Africa. With each new location, the foundation not only addresses the immediate educational needs of children but also empowers communities to thrive through integrated development programs.
Going Beyond Education: Empowering Families
COFI understands that education alone is not enough; true transformation comes when families are also supported and given the tools to break the cycle of poverty. In Liberia, the InnerCity Mission’s Family Support and Livelihood Program is already changing lives. Over 570 families have been enrolled, receiving essential food supplies and access to skills training programs that foster independence and long-term stability.
This holistic approach—reaching both the child and the family—ensures that the impact of COFI’s work is deep-rooted and far-reaching. It’s about building not just schools, but sustainable futures.
A Shared National Vision
COFI’s initiatives complement Liberia’s broader national strategies for child welfare. Earlier this year, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai launched the Support A Child, Secure the Future program—an ambitious project aimed at rescuing and rehabilitating street children by reintegrating them into formal education and care systems. The alignment of government policy with the actions of COFI and the InnerCity Mission reflects a growing recognition of the power of collaborative action.
Together, these efforts are restoring faith, dignity, and opportunity to the most vulnerable. For children who once wandered the streets without hope, the future now shines brighter.
A Brighter Tomorrow Starts Today
The Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International continues to lead by example—delivering practical solutions to complex problems and remaining deeply rooted in compassion, purpose, and unwavering faith. Through the InnerCity Mission, COFI is rewriting the story of Africa’s most disadvantaged children, one school, one meal, and one family at a time.
As the new school in Monrovia rises from the ground, so too does a generation of children who will dream, learn, and lead with the confidence that they are seen, valued, and supported. This is the miracle at work—this is the COFI vision in action.
