WOFAN is a NGO in Kano (Nigeria) that provides a range of services to rural communities to alleviate poverty and promote economic, social and political empowerment, especially among women and youths that constitute the target beneficiaries of WOFAN. The purpose of WOFAN is "to promote sustainable improvements in the quality of life of rural populace as well as assist them address issues that affect them for their own development." ... [according to site editor's information; editors ilissAfrica]