The United States Mission in Nigeria has announced a $27 million humanitarian aid package for Nigeria, part of a broader $536 million commitment to Sub-Saharan Africa by the U.S. Government.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the U.S. Embassy highlighted that this funding underscores the U.S.’s dedication to providing life-saving assistance to vulnerable populations and supportive host communities across the continent.
U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, expressed the significance of this new funding, stating, “This assistance will make a real difference in the lives of those most in need in Nigeria and across the continent.”
The comprehensive aid package, unveiled by Uzra Zeya, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, brings the total U.S. humanitarian assistance to Sub-Saharan Africa for Fiscal Year 2024 to nearly $3.7 billion.
The aid is targeted at addressing the critical needs of refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons, and other conflict-affected individuals throughout the region. It will focus particularly on crises in the Sahel and support efforts to find durable solutions such as voluntary returns and refugee integration.
Ambassador Mills emphasized that this $27 million aid package reflects the United States’ steadfast commitment to assisting Nigeria in tackling humanitarian challenges. “We stand with Nigeria in its efforts to support vulnerable populations and build resilience against food insecurity and climate change impacts,” Mills added.
The funds will be distributed through the State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, as well as USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, ensuring that aid reaches those in need.
