Who We Are

Diamond Development Initiatives (DDI) is a Nigerian not-for-profit organization that complements the role of development agencies, donors, and other funding organizations by providing technical assistance in the design, planning and implementation of various development initiatives. Established in 2002, DDI harnesses a multi-sectoral ecosystem of government, business and social services, layering development, growth and strengthening of small and medium-scale grassroots businesses – particularly in agriculture, agro-based businesses, off-grid energy solutions, youth-led entrepreneurship development, and economic empowerment.

DDI operates from its headquarters in Abuja and maintains project offices in Lagos, Kebbi, Adamawa, Gombe, Borno and Yobe States while supporting the implementation of projects across 23 other states through the provision of technical assistance to, and strategic partnerships with indigenous community-based organizations, businesses, cooperative societies, vocational training organisations, producer groups, and government agencies with shared values. DDI has been actively involved in various development projects across Nigeria, spanning multiple sectors and geographic locations. In the USADF Nigerian Program, DDI has provided technical and programmatic support to USADF-funded cooperatives, CBOs, farmers, and producer groups across 16 states in Nigeria, focusing on SMEs, youth and women-owned enterprises, off-grid energy solutions, and youth employability enhancement.

DDI, a dynamic organization, excels in impactful initiatives by blending innovation and global best practices. Over two decades, DDI positively impacted over 600,000 smallholder farmers/households, 20,000 farmer/cooperative groups, SMEs, youth, and women entrepreneurs. By accelerating the adoption of evidence-based technologies, DDI continues to elevate living standards, improve health outcomes, enhance employability, and increase earning capacity for individuals and enterprises.