UN to support Nigeria as millions endure humanitarian crisis

The United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator (USG/ERC), Martin Griffiths has concluded a four-day visit to Nigeria.

Griffiths saw first-hand, the humanitarian situation and response in the North-East, promising to raise international awareness about the crisis and bring attention to battles around Lake Chad.

The USG met with Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, federal government officials, Chief of Defence Staff, Leo Irabor, and Borno Governor, Babagana Zulum.

He also interacted with Nigerians affected by the violence, as well as humanitarian partners in Maiduguri, Bama and Damasak.

Griffiths hailed aid workers in Bama and Damasak after listening to the challenges they face in reaching those in need.

“Brave humanitarian workers, most of them Nigerians themselves, work tirelessly and often at great personal risk to help others.”

The coordinator promised to continuously advocate their safety and for the necessary support to the persons they serve.

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The humanitarian community reached more than 5 million people in Nigeria last year. The 2022 Nigeria Humanitarian Response Plan, for launch in February, requires over $1 billion to help 8.4 million people.

The UN added that the Lake Chad basin conflict has taken a heavy toll on communities across Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad and Niger, putting 10 million people at risk and in need of assistance.

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