The German government announced an additional €24 million in humanitarian aid for Nigeria and other countries in the Sahel and Lake Chad regions affected by severe flooding. This latest fund aims to support communities devastated by recent flood disasters.
A statement from the German embassy in Abuja confirmed that this additional assistance brings Germany's humanitarian contribution to the region to €100 million in 2024. The aid is part of Germany’s ongoing commitment to address the growing crisis caused by floods, which have worsened the already critical food insecurity and displaced thousands of people.
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The support will focus on immediate relief efforts, including food aid, shelter, and sanitation infrastructure, particularly in Nigeria's northeastern BAY states where millions face severe food shortages. German partners such as the World Food Programme (WFP) and UNHCR are ramping up interventions to assist vulnerable families, including single parents and people with disabilities.
German Ambassador to Nigeria, Annett Günther, highlighted the importance of swift and effective humanitarian assistance, emphasizing Germany's long-standing commitment to the region. Germany has also extended its development cooperation and stabilization programmes in the Lake Chad Basin, supporting recovery efforts in communities impacted by terrorism.
