The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria in building lasting peace and stability in the North-East, a region long affected by conflict and displacement.
Ms. Cynthia Rowe, Head of Development Cooperation at the British High Commission in Abuja, shared this during a visit to Borno State by a high-level delegation of international partners. The group met directly with communities impacted by the crisis to better understand their current situation and ongoing needs.
During the visit, the delegation also held discussions with Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Umara Zulum and the Military Commanding Officer at Banki Garrison. The focus was on strengthening collaborative responses, promoting safe and sustainable solutions for displaced populations, and enhancing resilience within affected communities.
“The United Kingdom remains steadfast in its support for Nigeria’s efforts to build lasting peace and stability in the North-East,” Ms. Rowe said. “Our partnership is rooted in a shared commitment to security, dignity, and opportunity for all communities affected by conflict and displacement. Initiatives like those in Borno help lay the foundations for recovery, resilience, and hope.”
The delegation included ambassadors from Denmark, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UNHCR Representative to Nigeria. Together, they reaffirmed their support for the Nigerian government in addressing the needs of displaced and vulnerable populations through peacebuilding, humanitarian aid, and long-term development assistance.
The visit comes amid a growing humanitarian crisis in Nigeria, where 34 million people are at risk of acute food insecurity. In the North-East alone, nearly six million people are already facing crisis conditions, and malnutrition has reached critical levels, putting over 1,000 children under five at risk of dying every day without urgent intervention.
In response, the UK is investing £45 million this year in humanitarian programmes, partnering with organisations such as the World Food Programme, UNICEF, and local groups to deliver food, treat malnutrition, protect civilians, and maintain essential supply routes.
Through this continued support, the UK aims to help communities in the North-East recover, build resilience, and create a pathway toward lasting peace.
