Where Igbo roots grow strong in the North East
NINEE has served the Igbo diaspora across Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, Durham, and Middlesbrough for over fifteen years — preserving our culture and holding our community together.
A home away from home for the Igbo community
Founded over fifteen years ago by Igbo families who settled in the North East, NINEE exists to keep the spirit, language, values, and enterprise tradition of the Igbo people alive — and to ensure that spirit is passed on to every generation born or raised in this region.
Our three pillars of community life
Everything NINEE does is built around strengthening the Igbo community — culturally, socially, and in wellbeing.
What’s coming up
A day of health, connection, and conversation for the men of the NINEE community and their guests.
Networking, workshops, and a 5km Quayside walk for menstrual health awareness. Two events, one day.
NINEE’s flagship celebration — ceremony, food, music, dance. Every first Saturday of August.
Become part of the NINEE family
Membership gives you access to events, heritage resources, and a network of Igbo professionals and families across the North East.