MEET OUR TEAM
Queen Mother Minon Nahye KPODJITO ANIMANSOH II Kpessi Ko’ndodo Acakpo Todegla
International President
The revitalization of our endogenous cults is a duty to each of us! Every worthy son and daughter of Benin must play his or her part.
As a professor of endogenous and exogenous sciences and practices, Minon Nahye Kpodjito Animansoh II Ko’ndodo has dedicated her life to the preservation and revitalization of Benin's rich cultural heritage. As the international president of the global organization NAZIAFAH Association and she works to promote the important roles that our traditions play in society.
As Queen Mother and high priestess residing over our home temple the Palais de la Reine-mere in Allada, Benin, Minon Nahye Kpodjito Animansoh II Ko’ndodo strives to pass on the traditions and wisdom of our ancestors to new generations.
“Every son and daughter of Benin has a responsibility to honor our cultural roots and ensure their survival for years to come.”
Through her work with NAZIAFAH, CONACEB, and as Queen Mother of Savalou, Minon Nahye Kpodjito Animansoh II Ko’ndodo is dedicated to preserving Benin's indigenous practices, traditions, and sacred sites. It is her mission to see that Benin's traditions continue to thrive and remain relevant in both traditional and modern contexts.
Priestess (Mianon) Haneera Abounu
U.S. President
It is my charter to spread their messages of healing, empowerment, and community.
Priestess Haneera Abounu has dedicated her spiritual path to honoring the divine feminine. Through her traditional initiations in Benin, she is initiated into the Mami Wata Priesthood.
Priestess Haneera’s mission as the US president and founder of the Naziafah association is to bring the teachings and practices of Benin's endogenous cultures to communities across America.
In her work as a priest, healer, and educator, she strives to empower women and strengthen families. Through courses, spiritual consultations, podcast, and trips & retreats, Priestess Haneera Abounu aims to share the tools and traditional philosophies.
“My hope is that increasing awareness of Benin's traditions will help foster compassion and revive respect for the sacred knowledge.”
Agbanssi
U.S. Chief Executive Officer
"The challenges in your life reveal your true self"
As a Vodoussi, Agbanssi has dedicated her life to learning, practicing, and spreading the traditions of our ancestors.
For many years, she have undergone a traditional education under the guidance of her teacher, Priestess Haneera Abounu.
In addition to Agbanssi’s spiritual studies, she bring over a decade of experience in project management, operations, business development, and strategy.
As an entrepreneur at heart, Agbanssi applys these skills to help strengthen and grow the mission of Naziafah.
It is through this blend of spirituality and practical skills that she aims to have the greatest positive impact.
Mamassron
U.S. Executive Secretary
“Our pain is not in vain, it is the springboard for our healing”
As a Vodussi, MamaSron has learned to transform life's challenges into fuel to help heal others. Her deep interest in cultural diversity led her to study Anthropology and gain a BA in the subject.
Throughout her own self-discovery and guidance from Priestess Haneera Abounu she cultivated a strong connection to her ancestors.
It is through this process of self-reflection that I am able to better strengthen relationships and help usher in a new paradigm of healing.
“The challenges of my past have forged me into an vessel for change, and I am grateful for the opportunities before me to serve”
This renewed spiritual connection guided her to devote herself fully to the traditions of Naziafah.
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Services
We offer consultations and divination ranging from spiritual to relationships, or mentorship.
Retreats
We host spiritual and cultural trips to Benin. Reconnect with your endogenous culture, cuisine, and spirituality
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