Nigeria INGO Forum

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

10/12/2025

The Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, in Collaboration with the Nigeria INGO Forum, held a one-day Stakeholders' interactive session with INGOs and other relevant MDAs.

The event, themed “The Future of International Development and Humanitarian Support in Nigeria: Aligning with the National Development Plan 2026–2030,” featured a keynote remark by the Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu.

Discussions covered key areas, including the priorities of the National Development Plan 2026–2030 and the role of development partners; global funding cuts and the future of international aid in Nigeria; and the Integrated Coordination Framework.

The forum provided an avenue for interactive dialogue and strengthened collaboration between government actors and INGOs to ensure alignment and compliance with national frameworks.

29/11/2025

The Nigeria INGO Forum and its members were hosted to an interactive dinner by His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, Executive Governor of Borno State. During the engagement, NIF presented the governor with a copy of the Forum’s commissioned research showcasing the contribution of INGOs to durable solutions in Borno, Adamawa, Yobe, and Benue States.

The engagement served as an opportunity to strengthen trust and reaffirm the collective commitment of INGOs to supporting communities across the state.

17/11/2025

Recognizing the need to enhance awareness and deepen understanding of Nigeria’s new tax laws, the Nigeria INGO Forum (NIF) hosted a workshop titled “Understanding the Implications of Nigeria’s New Tax Laws on NGO Operations and Compliance.”

The workshop provided a platform for the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the FCT-IRS to engage with INGOs, explain key provisions of the new tax laws, outline compliance requirements, and clarify state-level tax obligations essential for maintaining legal and ethical standards.

By the end of the session, participants gained clearer insights into the provisions of the new tax laws, their implications for NGO operations, and practical steps required to strengthen organizational compliance.

14/11/2025

The Nigeria INGO Forum (NIF) convened its Annual General Assembly (AGA), a platform for reflection, collaboration, and strategic alignment among its member organizations.

Themed ‘From Humanitarian Coordination to a Sustained Platform for Collective INGO Voice and Action’, this year’s AGA featured a keynote address by Mohamed Malick Fall, the UN Resident & Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria. A key highlight of the Assembly was its high-level panel discussion titled ‘What Does the Reset for: Operationalizing the HDP Nexus; Empowering local actors – local authorities and local civil society’. The session featured distinguished speakers: Inna Bintu Audu (SAP, Humanitarian Affairs), Elizabeth McGarva (FCDO), Charles Usie (Plan International Nigeria) and Peter Egwudah (CACO), who provided thought-provoking insights on how the Reset agenda can drive more effective collaboration and locally-led humanitarian action.

With insightful contributions, the panel discussions highlighted the need to operationalize the HDP Nexus, empower local actors, and situate Nigeria’s humanitarian transition within the global context.

06/11/2025

03/11/2025

To commemorate the on 30 October, Save the Children, Nigeria, endorsed by 14 other INGOs, held a press briefing calling for urgent and sustained action to address the worsening malnutrition crisis in Nigeria.

31 million people are struggling with hunger, and 5.4 million children are at risk of severe acute malnutrition.

The organizations call on humanitarian and development agencies, state and federal governments, donors, and partners to:
✅ Fund lifesaving nutrition supplies (RUTF & locally produced Therapeutic Milk)
✅ Promote long-term Nexus approaches linking aid, peace & development
✅ Prevent SAM among 600,000 children under five in six northern states — Adamawa, Borno, Katsina, Sokoto, Yobe & Zamfara
✅ Support 800,000 pregnant & breastfeeding women through the Child Nutrition Fund (CNF)

They concluded by appealing that no child should die of hunger. Not today. Not tomorrow. Not ever.