Category: Humanitarian
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NEDC Donates Food, Building Materials to Victims of Boko Haram Attacks in Borno
The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has commenced the distribution of food, building materials, and cash grants to victims of recent Boko Haram attacks and the Maiduguri suicide bombings. State Coordinator Engineer Mohammed Wasinda confirmed that while items for local government areas will be handled by community leaders, materials for Maiduguri and construction supplies will…
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In Maiduguri, Rotary Club Champions Literacy with Aid for Over 600 Students
By Abu Faisal MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The Rotary Club of Maiduguri, District 9127, has on Thursday Nov 20, 2025 launched a significant outreach campaign targeting the foundational years and advanced ages of learning at various schools around the metropolis and outskirts of Maiduguri, the Borno state capital. The launched this dual-pronged literacy campaign with the…
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Navigating a Crisis: How IRC in Borno Adapts to Funding Cuts
Facing significant funding cuts, the International Rescue Committee in Borno State is dramatically adapting its operations to continue providing life-saving services.
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UNICEF to Scale Back Operations in Northeast Nigeria After U.S. Funding Cuts, Pledges Continued Aid
By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) acknowledged the significant impact of recent U.S. funding cuts on its humanitarian operations in northeast Nigeria, where millions have been displaced by violence, but vowed to continue its aid efforts by implementing cost-saving measures, including potential staff reductions and curtailed travel. Gilles Fagninou,…
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LCBC, UNDP, AUC Discuss Key Issues Ahead of the 5th Lake Chad Governors’ Forum Hosted by Yobe
By Abdulkareem Haruna Ndjamena, CHAD– January 22, 2025 – Yobe State is set to welcome dignitaries from across the Lake Chad Basin region for the 5th edition of the Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum (LCBGF), themed “Rebuilding the Lake Chad Basin: Consolidating Gains, Commitment to Peace, Cross-Border Cooperation, Security and Sustainable Development for a Resilient…
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11,000 IDPs Finally Get Befitting Homes in Monguno
By Abdulkareem Haruna In recent years, the township of Monguno has transformed from a hotbed of Boko Haram’s brutal attacks to a beacon of hope for many internally displaced persons (IDPs). Once marked by violence and despair, the area metamorphosed to one of the largest humanitarian hubs in northeastern Nigeria, providing shelter and support to…
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Tom Fletcher Takes Charge as UN Humanitarian Chief, Vows to Tackle Global Crises
By Abdul Kareem United Nations — Tom Fletcher officially stepped into his role as the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, becoming the 12th individual to hold this vital position within the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). In his inaugural statement, Fletcher acknowledged the enormity of the challenges ahead,…
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Spreads Hope with Food Distribution in Ekiti State
By Abdul Kareem Ado Ekiti, Nigeria – In an act consistent with her heartwarming compassion and commitment to the plight of the vulnerable, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on Thursday, Oct. 31, launched a major food distribution initiative in Ekiti State, Southwest Nigeria. The food distribution, a major component…
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Seyi, President Tinubu’s Son Pledges Support to Flood-Ravaged Borno, Donates Over ₦500 Million
By Abdul Kareem Seyi Tinubu, a youth advocate and son of Nigeria’s president, expressed solidarity on Friday with the people of Borno State following devastating floods in Maiduguri, the state capital. Accompanied by his brother, friends, and associates, Tinubu announced a donation exceeding ₦500 million on their behalf, aimed at alleviating the hardships faced by…
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Mohammed Imam Donates ₦50 Million to Flood Relief Efforts
By Abdul Kareem MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — Mohammed Imam, a prominent Borno politician and former governorship candidate for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has stepped up to aid his community amidst the devastating flooding that recently struck Maiduguri. Last week, Imam donated ₦50 million to the Borno state government to support relief initiatives for those affected…
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