Nigeria

Abuja, Nigeria — 30 June 2026: The Humanitarian Leadership Academy (HLA) and Save the Children in Nigeria will host Humanitarian Xchange (HX) in Abuja under the theme, ~Strengthening Local Voices, Partnerships, and Innovation in Humanitarian Response”. HX is a platform for sharing and connectivity across the humanitarian sector; the platform bridges the gap between international humanitarian actors and local responders, ensuring that crisis-affected communities have a direct voice in shaping humanitarian action.

About 70% of Nigerian children lack access to water, hygiene, and sanitation facilities. [BMC Pediatrics] [1]More than 161 million people in Nigeria rely on contaminated water sources, and only 6% of healthcare facilities have basic WASH services. [UNICEF] [2]Only 26.5 per cent of the population use improved drinking water sources and sanitation facilities. [UNICEF] [3]Over 10 million school children lack basic sanitation at school. [Wellbeing Foundation Africa & Reckitt][4]

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Lead writer: Mogbonjubade AdesulureAdamu*, a father, farmer, and retired teacher, shares how the Safe Family Session supported more open and positive relationships between parents and children in his community. Read more

Lead Writer - Yusuf MustaphaSave the Children Nigeria is restoring safe learning spaces for crisis-affected children in Katsina, Zamfara and Kaduna States in Northwest Nigeria in partnership with Goal Prime Organisation Nigeria, with support from the Education Cannot Wait (ECW) First Emergency Response grant (FER).

Lead Writer- Yusuf MustaphaChildren affected by conflict and displacement face barriers to learning. For children with disabilities, these challenges become even more burdensome. To ease these burdens, Save the Children Nigeria, in partnership with Education Cannot Wait, with funding support from the Government of Japan, provides assistive devices, learning materials, dignity and hygiene kits to children with disabilities.

Lead Writer - Ibrahim Lawan

Lead Writer- Mogbonjubade AdesulureAbubakar spent years unable to walk after a leg injury from a routine injection left him in constant, debilitating pain. With his family unable to afford proper medical care, his condition worsened until Save the Children Nigeria supported by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, intervened. Today, after receiving lifesaving treatment, Abubakar is finally healing, standing again with the help of a walking aid, and holding onto his dream of going to school.

Lead Writer: Mogbonjubade AdesulureRead how a Village Savings Loan Association (VSLA) made a real difference in the life of a family.

Between 2014 and 2022, Nigeria recorded 70 school attacks, 1,683 learners abducted, 184 killed, and 25 buildings destroyed – Save the Children10.5 million primary school-age children (25.6%) are not enrolled in school, with girls accounting for 60% of out-of-school children – UNICEFNigeria’s secondary school gross enrolment rate stands at 42% – WorldMetrics Nigeria Education Report (2025)

Lead Writer: Mogbonjubade AdesulureRabilu had no source of income and struggled to support his family, until he joined a Save the Children–supported Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) under the FCDO‑funded PLANE project. Through the VSLA, he started a petrol-selling and vulcanising business, gained financial stability, and improved his family’s wellbeing. His daughter, Summayya, also benefited by joining the Catch‑Up Club, boosting her literacy and confidence. Today, Rabilu advocates expanding VSLAs to other communities, proving how community‑driven savings groups can transform livelihoods, strengthen households, and create lasting social impact.

From safe schools to ending child marriage to cleaning up the oceans, children across the globe used their voices for their rights

Media contact: Mogbonjubade Adesulure mogbonjubade.adesulure@savethechildren.org

Media contact: Mogbonjubade Adesuluremogbonjubade.adesulure@savethechildren.org

Lead writer- Mogbonjubade AdesulureTinu*, a mother of four from a cocoa-producing community in Nigeria, was able to grow her business through a Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) and cash support from Save the Children’s Future for Every Child (FUFEC) project. Once unable to pay school fees while hawking food, she accessed loans and a cash grant to expand her business. Today, Tinu runs a thriving shop and has enrolled her children in good schools.

Lead Writer - Mogbonjubade AdesulureOnce struggling to read even simple words, Haruna and his younger brother Hussaini are now topping their classes, with support of a community-based Catch-Up Club supported by Save the Children. With dreams of becoming a president and a doctor, these two brothers are proving that with the right support, no dream is too big.Discover how a literacy program made a difference in their academics.

Lead Writer- Mogbonjubade AdesulureDiscover how a project implemented by Save the Children Nigeria sparked a real change in Maimuna’s life and family, boosting her business growth, securing her children's education, and strengthening her family's livelihood.

By Eyimofe Samuel Omede

A major highlight of the commemoration in Katsina State was the submission of the National Policy on Safety, Security, and Violence-Free Schools (NPSSVFS) to the state government for domestication. This marks a significant step toward institutionalising safety and protection in the education sector.

Meet Purity Oriaifo, Save the Children Nigeria Youth Ambassador