Transparent reporting
We commit to transparent financial and narrative reporting, so that every partner can see what was spent, what was delivered and what was learned.
Accountability
Governance you can audit.
Cigari is a constitutionally governed, not-for-profit, non-political foundation built for donor compliance and reporting. This page sets out how we are structured, what we hold, what we are building, and who is accountable.
01 — Governance
How we are constituted and governed
Structure matters to partners. Cigari's legal status, decision-making and cross-sector coordination are designed so that every naira and dollar can be traced, explained and reported on.
- Registered as a not-for-profit, non-political association governed by a formally adopted constitution.
- Governed by its members under constitutional provisions that mandate transparency, accountability and non-partisan operation.
- Structurally linked to Kumo Medical Clinic and Barunde College, enabling coordinated, cross-sector programming without duplicated overhead.
- Headquartered at No. 10, N & H Plaza, TJ One Junction, Federal Low Cost, Gombe, Gombe State, Nigeria.
Legal status
Non-political
Serving need alone, under a formally adopted constitution
02 — Compliance & Credentials
What we hold, and what we are building
We are honest about the difference between credentials already in hand and the governance instruments now being developed to institutionalise best-practice governance and donor compliance.
Credentials we hold
Verified registrations and records already in place.
CAC registration TIN and tax compliance documents SCUML certificate Board meeting minutes and governance records
In progress — being developed with a specialist firm
The following policies, accounts and frameworks are being developed to institutionalise best-practice governance and donor compliance. They are not yet published.
- Audited accounts (last 2–3 years)
- Strategic Plan
- HR Manual
- Finance Manual
- Procurement Policy
- Anti-Fraud Policy
- Safeguarding / PSEAH Policy
- Data Protection Policy
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- M&E Framework
- Risk Management Policy
- NDPC Compliance certification
03 — Accountability
Stewardship we can stand behind
Accountability is not a policy we publish — it is a discipline we practise. Four commitments govern how we handle money, people and information.
Independent monitoring
Programmes are subject to independent or designated monitoring, giving partners assurance that targets are being met on the ground.
Confidentiality
Personal, clinical and beneficiary information is treated with strict confidentiality, handled only by those who need it to deliver care.
Safeguarding
We are committed to the safeguarding of patients and beneficiaries, ensuring that our programmes protect the dignity and safety of all we serve.
04 — Leadership & Team
The people accountable for delivery
Cigari is led by a team whose portfolios span clinical services, education, empowerment, finance, partnerships and community engagement.
Supported by the clinical teams at Kumo Medical Clinic and the training faculty at Barunde College.
Partner With Cigari
Governance you can audit, outcomes you can see.
If you are a donor, institutional funder or partner who needs assurance before you commit, our team is ready to walk you through the structure.