Farmers & Traders
Welfare Association
of Rivers State, Nigeria.
Farmers & Traders
Our Mission
Registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission of Nigeria (RC/CAC/IT/No. 77029), FTWA is committed to promoting the welfare, empowerment, and development of women, youths, students, farmers, and traders through advocacy, education, innovation, and strategic partnerships — aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Our Impact
5,000+
Youths Trained in Agriculture
10,000+
Women in Support Programmes
2,500+
International Volunteers
200+
Partner NGOs & Institutions
Thematic Focus
01
Strengthening community participation and governance through inclusive advocacy and grassroots mobilisation.
02
Facilitating access to microloans, cooperative farming, and skills acquisition for sustainable livelihoods.
03
Promoting transparent leadership, peace-building, and protection of women, girls, and vulnerable youths.
04
Advancing quality education, agricultural innovation, and environmental stewardship aligned with the UN SDGs.
Proposed Initiative
A transformative proposal to build educational infrastructure and empower the next generation across Nigeria and beyond.
250
School Buildings Across Nigeria
3,000
International Scholarships
200,000+
Children Gaining Education Access
Upcoming Event
May 14–15, 2026 · 9AM Daily
Oak Park & Garden Event Centre, No. 1 Ken Saro-Wiwa Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
“Empowering a Peaceful Future: Ending Violence Against Women, Girls & Youths in Africa Through Quality Education and Agricultural Funding Assistance”
FTWA Leadership Team
FTWA President / BoT
GIF Regional Director
FTWA Secretary General / BoT
GIF Consultant
FTWA National Treasurer / BoT
FTWA National Financial Secretary / BoT
Governance & Compliance
The FTWA Legal Department safeguards the rights and interests of farmers, traders, women, and youths across Rivers State. We ensure regulatory compliance, provide legal counsel to leadership, and protect members through advocacy, contract review, and dispute resolution.
Head of Legal Department
LL.B (Hons), B.L · Called to the Nigerian Bar, 2012
Oversees all legal affairs of FTWA, including corporate governance, member representation, and liaison with government agencies. Previously served as Legal Adviser to cooperative societies and agricultural trade unions in the South-South Region.
Our Mandate
Ensuring FTWA operates in full compliance with CAC regulations, NGO governance standards, and applicable Nigerian federal and state laws.
Representing farmers and traders in land disputes, market access issues, and grievances with local authorities or trading partners.
Reviewing memoranda of understanding, funding agreements, and partnership contracts to protect the association and its members.
Advising the Board of Trustees and Executive Council on legal risks, constitutional amendments, and internal policy development.
Legal Team
Corporate Registration
Farmers & Traders Welfare Association is duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission of Nigeria under RC/CAC/IT/No. 77029.
For legal inquiries, partnership agreements, or member grievances, contact the Legal Department at legal@ftwarivers.africa