Nigeria’s Minister of Humanitarian Affairs announced a new agenda for the United Nations General Assembly, stressing that humanitarian aid must serve as a bridge to recovery and prosperity.
During a briefing, the minister highlighted the need for aid to be integrated with long‑term development plans rather than providing only temporary relief. “Humanitarian aid must be a bridge to recovery and prosperity,” he said, underscoring the importance of aligning assistance with national priorities.
The new agenda aims to strengthen cooperation between international donors and Nigeria’s government, ensuring that resources are directed toward sustainable projects that build resilience and create economic opportunities.
While the minister did not detail specific programmes, he emphasized that the approach would support infrastructure, education and health initiatives that underpin long‑term growth.
His remarks come as Nigeria continues to confront a range of humanitarian challenges, and the government seeks to position aid as a catalyst for broader development outcomes.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>