UN pledges continued backing for Nigeria’s own solutions
The United Nations has reiterated its commitment to supporting Nigerian-led approaches to development and humanitarian issues. Amina Mohammed, the UN Deputy Secretary-General, recently visited Zamfara and Benue states to assess the situation of communities affected by insecurity and displacement. The UN highlighted the role of digital tools in improving Nigeria’s humanitarian response, despite challenges such as funding constraints and technology gaps. UN officials also emphasized the need for stronger global support to help vulnerable countries achieve sustainable development goals.
What we know
- Amina Mohammed visited Zamfara and Benue states, meeting communities impacted by insecurity and displacement.
- The UN observed the use of digital tools like the Displacement Tracking Matrix to enhance humanitarian response in Nigeria.
- Nigeria has about two million internally displaced persons due to prolonged insurgency in the northeast.
- The UN warned of challenges such as digital inequality, data privacy risks, and misinformation affecting vulnerable groups.
- António Guterres expressed concern over declining global funding for development programmes and called for more predictable financing for vulnerable countries.
