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Photo shows L-R: The DG, NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar and United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Mr Mohammed Malick Fall on the occasion |
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN-OCHA) unveiled the 2025 Nigeria Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP) on January 23, 2025, in Abuja.
The event was attended by key figures, including Mrs. Zubaida Umar, Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).
This plan aims to address the urgent humanitarian needs of millions affected by conflict, natural disasters, and economic challenges in Nigeria.
In her remarks, the DG NEMA, Mrs. Umar underscored the significance of the initiative to contribute towards addressing the humanitarian challenges faced by vulnerable communities in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe States.
She reiterated NEMA's commitment to collaborate with OCHA and other partners to support vulnerable individuals and foster resilience within communities.
The Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, highlighted the federal government's commitment under the Renewed Hope Agenda to address the needs of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and empower them towards economic independence.
Mr. Mohammed Malick Fall, the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, expressed gratitude to donor agencies and partners for their support in delivering aid to vulnerable populations in the North East.
Mr. Trond Jensen, the Head of OCHA Nigeria, provided details on the projections outlined in the HNRP for the year.
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