In a world where millions of children suffer from poverty, hunger, and lack of education, organizations that work tirelessly to alleviate these issues are beacons of hope. The Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) stands tall as one such beacon, committed…
World Children’s Day was celebrated on the 20th of November. The theme of International children’s day is equality and inclusion for every child. “Every child is your child”, was a profound statement made by our founder Chris Oyakhilome in 2004. This statement…
Pastor Omoh Alabi, Director of the InnerCity Mission for Children (ICM) made a statement on the first day of the recently concluded ‘Colouring Dreams Conference’ about the founder of the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), under which the InnerCity Mission…
It’s amazing what one pair of new shoes can do in the life of an indigent child. Many indigent children have different sad stories of how a torn or old shoe has made their life so difficult, from being laughed…
This week we celebrated Mothers Day and paid tribute at the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) to all the wonderful “mothers” out there who make a big difference in so many lives. “Mothers” Come in Many Forms The meaning of being…
It’s February and that means that you can join the InnerCity Mission to spread Love throughout February by participating in the “Acts of Love” campaign reaching children and families in dire need. These acts of love have the capacity to improve…
Every year on the 4th of February, the International Day of Human Fraternity seeks to promote cultural and religious tolerance. When Chris Oyakhilome founded the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) in 2004, he saw a need to ensure that…
Education is a priority for indigent children and can help end the cycle of poverty. Studies have repeatedly shown a link between poverty and education. Today, the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), together with the world is celebrating the fourth…
As we start a new school semester, let’s consider the many aspects that contribute to a healthy lifestyle that we at the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) believe is every child’s right. Feeding Programs The InnerCity Mission, under…
Christmas gives us the opportunity to touch lives with God’s love and through the ‘Send Portions’ campaign this is made possible. Our founding father, Chris Oyakhilome has said in the past: “The fight against poverty isn’t about charity,…