Nigeria INGO Forum

22/07/2026

Over recent months, the Nigeria INGO Forum has engaged in constructive dialogues with the Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, on the future of humanitarian coordination in Nigeria.

Last week’s meeting focused on the proposed government‑led Multi‑Sectoral Needs Assessment (MSNA), an important step towards strengthening national systems, improving the evidence base for planning, and fostering alignment among government institutions, humanitarian partners, and development actors.

NIF continues to support with its members and partners to contribute to a government‑owned evidence base that informs planning, prioritisation, and decision‑making.

15/07/2026

On Tuesday, 14 July, the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs convened the Humanitarian Transition Workshop in Abuja, with Honourable Minister Dr Bernard Doro, alongside representatives from key ministries including Health, Education, Agriculture, and Women Affairs. The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, donors, NGOs, and civil society partners also joined.

Representing the Nigeria INGO Forum, the Director, Mr Ndubisi Anyanwu, delivered a goodwill message stressing that responsibility must be put to use. INGOs stand ready to support a transition that is nationally led, locally grounded, evidence-informed, and centered on human dignity.

As Nigeria prepares to assume greater leadership in humanitarian , with UN support scaling down by 2027, NIF reaffirms its commitment to partnership, , and principled action, ensuring affected people are safer, heard, and able to access essential services.

01/05/2026

17/02/2026

From February 9 to 13, NIF participated in the 2026 Forum of NGOs in West and Central Africa (FONGA) Annual Retreat in Dakar, which convened national and international NGO forums from across West and Central Africa.

In his remarks, NIF Director Ndubisi Anyanwu highlighted Nigeria’s evolving role in the regional humanitarian landscape. As the global system undergoes significant reform, with Nigeria being one of the countries at the forefront of accelerated humanitarian transition, working toward government-led coordination and strengthened localized response systems.

He highlighted the importance of ensuring that this transition remains evidence-based, resource-aligned, and firmly cantered on the protection of vulnerable populations. While coordination structures evolve and prioritization becomes sharper, the collective capacity of humanitarian actors must remain strong, principled, and responsive to emerging needs.

Under its new leadership, NIF reaffirmed its role as a constructive interlocutor between the international NGO community, Government of Nigeria, and the donor collective. Building on the launch of 2026 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP) launch, NIF is advancing strategic alignment in Protection, Humanitarian Access, and Localization - ensuring that reforms translate into measurable improvements in coordination, access, and impact.

The retreat reinforced regional cohesion through shared operational best practices, joint advocacy priorities, and a unified action plan with clearly designated leads. As Nigeria advances toward a more sustainable humanitarian-development-peacebuilding approach, NIF remains committed to fostering partnerships that enhance efficiency, accountability, and locally driven solutions.

05/02/2026

On Tuesday, 3 February, the Director of Nigeria INGO Forum, Mr Ndubisi Anyanwu, participated in a high-level field visit to Borno state, one of the focal points of Nigeria’s humanitarian response.

The mission, which was warmly received by His Excellency, Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, included the Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Bernard Doro, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Mr Mohamed Malick Fall, and key international partners. Together, they assessed some of the life-saving interventions in the state.

The NIF Director noted that INGOs remain committed to partnership, protection, and principled action. Sustained engagement, shared responsibility, and evidence-based coordination are essential if Borno’s recovery is to be durable and inclusive.

22/01/2026

Today, Nigeria INGO Forum joined the Government of Nigeria, the United Nations and the Humanitarian community to launch the .

Delivering his first official address as Director of NIF, Ndubisi Anyanwu underscored that the 2026 HNRP is a clear reminder that principled, effective, and sustained humanitarian action remains as critical as ever. He noted:

“We must be clear-eyed: millions of people remain in extreme vulnerability, facing daily threats to their safety, dignity, and survival.”

The NIF Director commended the plan's strong focus on transition and localisation, emphasising that sustainable impact depends on national leadership and strong local capacity.

He added that the International NGO community sees its role as responsible partnership—supporting Nigerian institutions, civil society, and communities, while upholding humanitarian principles. He emphasised that localisation is not a final destination, but a continuous process of strengthening resilience and sustainability in humanitarian response.

The 2026 HNRP will deliver $516 million in lifesaving assistance to 2.5 million people across Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states, addressing urgent needs such as food insecurity, malnutrition, and protection.

NIF remains committed to working with partners to deliver a response increasingly anchored in Nigerian leadership and centred on affected people—ensuring no one is left behind.


United Nations OCHA Nigeria