UNICEF, IHS Nigeria Support 30,000 Flood Victims in Niger State: Here’s How You Can Benefit 

Following a devastating flood in Mokwa Local Government Area, Niger State, that killed over 153 people and displaced thousands, UNICEF and IHS Nigeria have launched a joint emergency intervention. The flood, caused by torrential rainfall on May 29, destroyed over 10,000 hectares of farmland and left more than 500 people missing. 

Over 30,000 people, including 1,600 children and 800 pregnant or lactating women, are now living without clean water, healthcare, or access to education. 

What the Support Includes 

UNICEF, with support from IHS Nigeria, is providing life-saving relief that covers the following: 

    Clean Water and Sanitation: Construction of three solar-powered boreholes and ventilated improved pit latrines 

    Healthcare: Renovation and solarization of a damaged primary healthcare Centre 

    Nutrition: Therapeutic feeding for malnourished children 

    Child Protection: Psychosocial support and creation of temporary child-friendly spaces 

    Education: Establishment of temporary learning spaces 

Cristian Munduate, UNICEF Representative in Nigeria, said: 

    “This emergency support from IHS Nigeria comes at a critical time when thousands of children and families are facing enormous hardship.” 

“In the face of disaster, hope is restored when communities come together. This partnership is not just about aid—it’s about giving families a chance to live with dignity again.” — Cristian Munduate, UNICEF Representative in Nigeria 

How You Can Benefit 

If you’re from Mokwa or nearby areas and affected by the flood: 

    Visit your local emergency shelter or community centre to access UNICEF’s support. 

    Take your children to temporary learning spaces or healthcare facilities set up by UNICEF. 

    Pregnant or breastfeeding women should visit the renovated health centre for check-ups and support. 

    Report any missing persons to local authorities or UNICEF-supported help desks in your area. 

    Look out for water collection points and new sanitation facilities to avoid disease outbreaks. 

A Call for Resilience and Preparedness 

According to IHS Nigeria CEO, Mohamad Darwish: 

    “Communities must not only survive disastrous incidents but emerge stronger from them.” 

This intervention highlights the need for climate resilience and improved infrastructure to prevent future disasters. 

This partnership between UNICEF and IHS Nigeria is not just a lifeline—it’s a foundation for rebuilding lives with dignity. Communities are urged to take full advantage of these services and stay informed through local leaders and UNICEF volunteers on the ground.