--- title: "Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) — check charity number SC046824 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046824. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nigerian-community-scotland-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:54:46.365Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC046824) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of public participation in sport; the promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £519 (year ending 2021-06-30). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC046824 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2021-06-30) £519 ## What does Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) do? The organisations purposes are: 4.1 The advancement of the art, heritage and culture of Nigeria within Scotland through the development of a Nigerian Community Centre 4.2 The advancement of public participation in sport by primarily (but not exclusively), encouraging participation of people from the Nigerian community in sporting activities involving both themselves and people from other communities 4.3 The promotion of equality and diversity by ensuring that the principles of equity, diversity and advocacy are promoted through events and activities related to these principles ## What causes is Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of public participation in sportthe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=nigerian-community-scotland-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046824) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO)'s charity number? Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO)'s charity number is SC046824. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046824? Search SC046824 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) do? The organisations purposes are: 4.1 The advancement of the art, heritage and culture of Nigeria within Scotland through the development of a Nigerian Community Centre 4.2 The advancement of public participation in sport by primarily (but not exclusively), encouraging participation of people from the Nigerian community in sporting activities involving both themselves and people from other communities 4.3 The promotion of equality and diversity by ensuring that the principles of equity, diversity and advocacy are promoted through events and activities related to these principles Does Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO). This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO)? Nigerian Community Scotland (SCIO) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC046824).