Building bridges between Japan and Nigeria
We are Nigerian professionals trained and experienced in Japan. We help Japanese and Nigerian organisations do business, build skills and create lasting partnerships.
Japanese company or institution. Enter Nigeria with confidence. KANI members provide market insight, partner introductions, on-the-ground support and consultancy.
Nigerian business, institution or startup. Reach Japanese partners, technology and markets through members who have studied, worked and interned in Japan.
Who we are
Kakehashi Africa Nigeria Initiative (KANI) is an association of Nigerian alumni of Japanese universities, many of them beneficiaries of the ABE Initiative supported by JICA. Founded in 2020, we make sure the knowledge, skills and relationships our members gained in Japan keep working for Nigeria and for Japan.
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What's Happening in
Kakehashi Nigeria
We have elected new set of Executive Committee Management team to pilot the affairs of the organisation, they include Ibrahim Masud Abubakar-President,Ikuroye Chinelo Olga-Vice President
JICA has invited KANI members to a special engagement session with Professor Funabashi Gaku on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja
Dear Esteemed KANI Nigeria Members,
This is to formally invite all members to the Kakehashi-Africa Nigeria (KANI Nigeria) Congress Meeting scheduled as follows>>
Why work with KANI
We know both sides. Our members have studied at Japanese universities, completed internships and worked in Japan, and now hold senior roles in Nigerian institutions and companies.
Words from the President
I’m committed to strengthening the bridge between Nigeria and Japan through professional collaboration, cultural exchange, and shared opportunities. As President of KANI, I believe every member deserves a voice and an opportunity to contribute to our collective success.
That means transparency, stronger partnerships, inclusive participation, and sustainable opportunities for our members. Thank you for entrusting me with this responsibility. Together, let’s build a stronger KANI..
Ibrahim Masud President
