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The recent ministerial dialogue between Nigeria and the European Union resulted in significant agreements, including a €33 million humanitarian aid allocation for Nigeria’s north-eastern and north-western regions.
A search operation is currently in progress for two sailboats that vanished while transporting humanitarian aid from Mexico to Cuba. The Mexican Navy is involved in the efforts to locate the missing vessels.
The International Committee of the Red Cross and the Nigerian Red Cross Society have rejected allegations circulating online that they are aiding armed groups in northern Nigeria. The organizations cautioned that such false claims threaten their humanitarian endeavors and the access of vulnerable populations to essential aid.
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is significantly hindering the provision of critical humanitarian assistance, affecting approximately 500,000 children as reported by Save the Children. The war has impeded vital transportation routes, causing delays and increased costs in aid deliveries.
The International Organisation for Migration has revealed that Nigeria is home to more than 3.7 million internally displaced persons due to conflicts, environmental challenges, and economic struggles.
The First Lady of Zamfara State, Hurriya Dauda Lawal, has successfully distributed 50,000 food packages to vulnerable families in all 14 local government areas of the state during Ramadan. The initiative aims to alleviate the impact of increasing food costs.
Umaru Mohammed Bago, the Governor of Niger State, reported that insecurity has displaced over 300,000 individuals in 10 local government areas. He made this statement while receiving humanitarian assistance from the Federal Government.
The Bauchi State administration has initiated the distribution of Ramadan relief packages across all 20 local government areas, benefiting religious institutions and other selected groups.
The Yobe State Government has reported that over 250,000 individuals have been adversely affected due to the suspension of humanitarian funding from the United States, initiated by a 2025 executive order. The official emphasized the significant role of US support in humanitarian efforts in the region.
Nigerian NGOs are navigating significant challenges following the cessation of USAID funding in January 2025. As they strive to continue their impactful work, there is a pressing need for new funding opportunities and innovative strategies.
A migrant boat has capsized in the Mediterranean off the coast of Tunisia, leaving one person rescued and around 50 others presumed drowned, according to officials.
The European Union has designated €557 million for humanitarian aid to West and Central Africa, highlighting northern Nigeria as a priority in its €1.9 billion budget for 2026.
The World Food Programme has raised alarm over a heightened risk of severe food shortages in northeast Nigeria, spotlighting a surge in malnutrition exacerbated by cuts to humanitarian aid.
