U.S. Pledges $27 Million in Humanitarian Aid to Nigeria
The United States Mission in Nigeria has confirmed a $27 million humanitarian assistance package for Nigeria, part of a larger $536 million aid initiative aimed at Sub-Saharan Africa.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the U.S. Embassy highlighted the funding as part of the U.S. Government’s ongoing effort to support vulnerable communities and generous host nations across Africa.
Richard Mills, the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, stressed the importance of the aid, saying, “This assistance will significantly impact the lives of those most in need in Nigeria and throughout the continent.”
The comprehensive aid package, formally introduced by Uzra Zeya, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, pushes the total U.S. humanitarian assistance for Sub-Saharan Africa to nearly $3.7 billion for the 2024 fiscal year.
The aid targets vulnerable groups, including refugees, displaced persons, and victims of conflict, with a special focus on crisis-hit regions like the Sahel. It will also support long-term solutions, such as the voluntary return of refugees and community reintegration efforts.
Ambassador Mills further stated, “This $27 million pledge underscores the U.S. commitment to supporting Nigeria’s humanitarian response, particularly in combating food insecurity and addressing climate change challenges.”
The assistance will be distributed through the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, and USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance.
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