Established 2016

About Barnawa Rahma
Cooperative Society

An interest-free financial institution built on principles of mutual help, self-reliance, and ethical Shariah-compliant practices, empowering our community since 2016.

Barnawa Rahma Cooperative
10+
Years of Service

Serving our community since 2016

500+
Active Members

Growing community of NGSA staff

₦50M+
Total Savings

Accumulated member savings

₦30M+
Loans Disbursed

Supporting member dreams

Our Story

Who We Are

We are a cooperative society whose membership comprises mainly staff of the Nigerian Geological Survey Agency (NGSA) from state offices across the federation.

Our Mission

To promote the economic interests of our members by providing access to necessary facilities and capital, all within a framework that encourages thrift, mutual help, and self-help in accordance with Shariah principles.

Our Location

1 & 2 Aliyu Makama Road, Barnawa, Kaduna, Kaduna State

National Geosciences Research Laboratories Kaduna

Our Journey
2016 - Foundation

Established as an interest-free financial institution serving NGSA staff nationwide.

2018 - Growth Phase

Expanded services to include comprehensive savings, loans, and investment options.

2020 - Digital Transformation

Introduced digital platforms for better member service and accessibility.

2024 - Modern Era

Continuing to innovate while maintaining our core Shariah-compliant principles.

Our Values

What We Stand For

Our values guide everything we do, ensuring we remain true to our mission of empowering our community through ethical financial practices.

Shariah Compliance

All our services strictly adhere to Islamic financial principles, ensuring complete freedom from interest (Riba) and unethical practices.

Community Focus

We believe in the power of community and mutual support, working together to achieve collective prosperity and individual growth.

Transparency

We maintain complete transparency in all our operations, ensuring members are fully informed about their financial journey with us.

Growth Oriented

We are committed to the continuous growth and development of our members' financial well-being and the cooperative as a whole.

Excellence

We strive for excellence in all our services, continuously improving to meet and exceed our members' expectations.

Trust & Integrity

We build lasting relationships based on trust, integrity, and mutual respect, ensuring every member feels valued and secure.

Our Services

Comprehensive Financial Solutions

We offer a complete range of Shariah-compliant financial services designed to meet your personal and business needs.

Savings Plans

Build your financial future with our flexible savings options

Regular Savings

Fixed monthly contributions for steady growth

Target Savings

Save for specific goals and dreams

Thrift Savings

Group rotational savings (Adashe/Ajo/Esusu)

Flexible Terms

Choose terms that suit your lifestyle

Loan Services

Access funds when you need them most

Regular Loans

Up to 200% of your savings balance

Emergency Loans

Quick access to 15% of savings for urgent needs

Commodity Loans

Up to 300% of savings for business needs

Interest-Free

All loans are completely free from interest

Welfare Programs

Supporting our community beyond finance

Education & Training

Financial literacy and skill development

Consumer Goods

Access to essential items for members

Community Development

Projects that benefit our entire community

Mutual Support

Promoting thrift and self-help initiatives

Investment Options

Grow your wealth through Shariah-compliant investments

Murabahah

Cost-plus financing for asset acquisition

Mudharabah

Profit-sharing investment partnerships

Musharakah

Joint venture investment opportunities

Sukuk & More

Islamic bonds and other investment instruments

Ready to Join Our Community?

Experience the benefits of ethical, Shariah-compliant financial services. Join hundreds of satisfied members who have transformed their financial lives through our cooperative.

100% Shariah Compliant

All services follow Islamic principles

Community Focused

Built by the community, for the community

Trusted Since 2016

10+ years of reliable service