CRS Nigeria

09/09/2026

As part of ongoing efforts to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in Nigeria, the Emergency Child Health Fund INTO-MAMI project distributed 225 hygiene kits to vulnerable mothers and their infants in Maiduguri, Borno State. The initiative, implemented with JDPI Maiduguri, aimed to promote safe hygiene practices, enhance infection prevention measures, and support the overall well-being of program participants.

The hygiene kits, containing essential personal and household supplies such as soap, buckets and jerrycans, were provided alongside routine Management of At-Risk Mothers and their Infants (MAMI) services and health education sessions. The distribution also served as an opportunity to reinforce key messages on handwashing, environmental sanitation, infant care, and disease prevention.

Speaking during the event, mothers expressed their appreciation for the support, noting that the kits would help address immediate hygiene needs and contribute to healthier living conditions for their families.

04/09/2026

24/08/2026

📢 Behind every successful malaria net campaign is a dedicated team of community mobilizers.

These local champions play a critical role in bridging the information gap by educating families on the proper use, care, and benefits of insecticide-treated nets. Through household visits, community conversations, and health education sessions, they help ensure that life-saving information reaches every doorstep.

Their commitment helps families make informed decisions that protect loved ones from malaria and contributes to healthier, more resilient communities

Thanks to the support of these champions, we were able to distribute more than 2.4million nets in Adamawa State during the Global Fund integrated ITN/SMC campaign.

21/08/2026

🤝 Our commitment is clear: Respect. Protection. Accountability.

Everyone connected to CRS, from staff and volunteers to partners and consultants, is expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct by treating others with respect, preventing abuse and exploitation, and ensuring our work does no harm.

Because every person deserves dignity, safety, and respect. Report any cases or share your feedback through any of the channels in the poster.

20/08/2026

Catholic Relief Services is grateful for the continued support of Project Resource Optimization (PRO) Initiative and excited to announce the launch of our Nutrition Essentials, WASH, and Food Assistance (NEW Food) project in Borno State.

This project will bring critical nutrition support, water access, and targeted food assistance to vulnerable communities throughout Northeast Nigeria.

In Borno State, in northeast Nigeria, the hungriest months of the year are closing in, and the services keeping children alive are at risk of going dark. A new $2 million commitment to Catholic Relief Services, secured through PRO's Urgent & Vetted database, is helping to keep them running. After mo...

19/08/2026

For more than three decades, Gloria Godwin, has watched malaria affect her family time and again. What was once considered an unavoidable part of life is now a challenge they are determined to overcome.

Following a CRS malaria prevention intervention, Gloria says her family has embraced simple but effective practices to protect themselves from the disease. The health education sessions equipped them with practical knowledge on preventing malaria, while the insecticide-treated mosquito nets distributed during the intervention have already transformed their nights. Today, her family sleeps safely under the nets, free from mosquito bites and hopeful for a healthier future.

"Malaria will no longer be a part of our lives". Gloria says with confidence.

17/08/2026

When disease outbreaks threaten public health, preparedness is our strongest defense. In Kebbi State, our Nomadic vaccination teams on the CDC funded POISED Project help ensure that even the most remote and mobile communities are not left behind.

By delivering vaccines directly to hard-to-reach populations, these dedicated teams reduce the risk of outbreaks, strengthen community immunity, and support early detection of potential health emergencies.

As we step into a new week, let us champion vaccination, support frontline health workers, and remain alert to potential health threats.

13/08/2026

| CRS at Work: Scaling Impact in Nigeria 🇳🇬

What a memorable milestone! 🎉

On August 4, 2026, CRS Nigeria hosted the Impact Showcase 2026 in Abuja under the theme "CRS at Work: Scaling Impact in Nigeria," celebrating 26 years of continuous service and transformation across the country.

More than just a commemoration, the showcase was a powerful reflection on the lives changed, communities strengthened, and partnerships built over the years. Through strategic collaboration with government institutions, faith-based organizations, civil society groups, and development partners, CRS has reached and impacted over 70 million Nigerians through initiatives in food security, agriculture, health systems strengthening, humanitarian response, peacebuilding, social cohesion, and community resilience.

The event brought together government officials, donors, partners, and stakeholders who explored interactive exhibitions highlighting CRS's work and results across Nigeria. It also created space for meaningful conversations on scaling impact, localization, and strengthening partnerships for sustainable development.

In his keynote address, Sen. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, reaffirmed the importance of collaboration in reaching vulnerable populations, noting that "Peace and harmony are ensured when all are included."

Reflecting on CRS's journey, Akim Kikonda, CRS Nigeria Country Representative, reminded attendees that true impact goes beyond numbers and is measured by the lasting transformation in people's lives, made possible through strong partnerships and shared commitment.

From insightful panel discussions and vibrant exhibitions to recognizing outstanding staff members for their dedication and service, the day showcased the power of working together to create lasting change.

As we look back, we're reminded that every partnership, innovation, and success story brings us one step closer to a more resilient and prosperous Nigeria.

10/08/2026

What happens when communities, government, partners and frontline teams come together around one goal?

We strengthen what works.

This year, CRS and its partners joined hands with government and other stakeholders to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week 2026 under the theme:

“Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works.”

And we didn’t just talk about breastfeeding, we took the message to where it matters most: our communities.

Across our program locations, the week came alive through meaningful activities including state flag-off events, community sensitization sessions, radio phone-in programmes, baby shows, and recognition of breastfeeding champions.

Our teams and community actors also took the message beyond the events; engaging families, amplifying key breastfeeding messages through their networks, and celebrating the mothers and communities helping children get the best start in life.

From the Northeast with JDPI Maiduguri to the Northwest with The Bakhita Initiative -JDPC Sokoto, every conversation, every mother reached, every message shared and every champion celebrated brought us one step closer to a world where every mother has the support she needs to breastfeed and every child gets the best possible start in life.

Because when we strengthen what works, we give children a healthier, stronger and more sustainable start in life.

10/08/2026

🎙️ World Breastfeeding Week 2026: Strengthening What Works for a Healthier Future! 🤱

To mark 2026, CRS and The Bakhita Initiative -JDPC Sokoto, through the LDSC-funded SPHERE Project, hosted an interactive radio phone-in programme to raise awareness on breastfeeding and the importance of supporting mothers.

The programme featured Hajiya Rukayya Musa of the Sokoto State Primary Health Care Development Agency (SSPHCDA) and Elijah Favour, MAMI Officer, The Bakhita Initiative JDPC Sokoto/CRS.

💡 Key messages from the discussion:
✅ Initiate breastfeeding within the first hour after birth.
✅ Practice exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months.
✅ Continue breastfeeding for two years and beyond, with appropriate complementary feeding.
✅ Breastfeeding contributes to healthier mothers and children.
✅ Family members, employers, communities, and health workers all play a vital role in supporting breastfeeding mothers.

📞 During the live phone-in session, listeners asked questions and received expert guidance on breastfeeding, maternal nutrition, and infant feeding practices.

What can you do?
🤱 Mothers: Seek breastfeeding counselling and support from your nearest health facility whenever needed.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fathers, families, employers, community and religious leaders: Create a supportive environment that helps mothers breastfeed successfully.

Together, we can strengthen what works and give every child the healthy start they deserve.