Tag: Humanitarian
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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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Humanitarian Minister Hails Local Solutions for Food Security in Resettling Borno Communities
By Abdulkareem Haruna NGALA, BORNO STATE – Nigeria’s Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Netawe Yilwatda, has lauded the success of resilience-building initiatives in Ngala, a community grappling with the influx of returning refugees and a strained food system. The Minister’s remarks come as the federal government signals a pivot towards sustainable, local solutions amidst a “marginally…
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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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