- The comprehensive package was officially unveiled by Uzra Zeya, the US Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights
The United States government has announced a $27 million humanitarian aid package for Nigeria, aimed at supporting vulnerable communities and enhancing resilience against food insecurity and climate change impacts.
The US Mission in Nigeria made the announcement on Tuesday in Abuja, highlighting that this funding is part of a broader $536 million aid package for Sub-Saharan Africa. The comprehensive package was officially unveiled by Uzra Zeya, the US Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights.
According to the Mission, the funds will be disbursed through the State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, along with USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance. This latest contribution brings the US’s total humanitarian assistance to Sub-Saharan Africa in the 2024 fiscal year to nearly $3.7 billion.
The aid is intended to address the critical needs of refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, and others affected by conflicts, particularly in the Sahel region. It also aims to support long-term solutions, such as voluntary returns and the integration of refugees.
US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, underscored the significance of the aid package, emphasizing the United States’ commitment to supporting Nigeria in tackling its humanitarian challenges.
“This $27 million aid will make a real difference in the lives of those most in need in Nigeria and across the continent. It reflects our unwavering commitment to helping Nigeria provide for vulnerable populations and strengthen resilience against food insecurity and climate change impacts,” said Ambassador Mills.