Humanitarian aid; WFP/Nigeria

Description What is done in the programme or project and why, what results are pursued, who benefits from the activities and who are involved in the implementation.

Nigeria’s north-eastern region is struck by a long-running conflict that has caused widespread destruction and deep human suffering. Some 8.5 million in Adamawa, Borno and Yobe states are in the need of humanitarian assistance. In 2017, humanitarian organizations plan to assist 6.9 million people in dire need of nutrition, food, shelter, health, education, protection and water and sanitation in those three states. A projected 5.1 million people will face serious food shortages. WFP's net funding requirements for next six months is 247 million USD.