Ramlat Ibrahim
The United States (US) Mission in Nigeria has announced that Nigeria will receive $27 million as part of a larger $536 million humanitarian aid initiative aimed at Sub-Saharan Africa.
This funding is part of the United States’ ongoing mission to deliver crucial support to vulnerable groups and host communities throughout the continent.
The U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Richard Mills, underscored the importance of this aid on Tuesday, saying: “This assistance will make a real difference in the lives of those most in need in Nigeria and across the continent.”
He stressed his countries dedication to helping Nigeria address humanitarian issues such as food insecurity and climate change impacts.
The statement revealed that the comprehensive aid package was announced by Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, Mr. Uzra Zeya, bringing the total U.S. humanitarian aid to Sub-Saharan Africa for Fiscal Year 2024 to nearly $3.7 billion.
These funds are intended to meet the urgent needs of vulnerable populations in the region, including refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, and others affected by conflict.
The statement added: “It will focus on crises in the Sahel, among other areas, and support efforts to build durable solutions such as voluntary returns and refugee integration.
“We stand with Nigeria in its efforts to provide for vulnerable populations and build resilience against food insecurity and climate change impacts.”
The $27 million designated for Nigeria will be administered through the State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration and USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance.
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