UNICEF in Nigeria We work to promote the rights of children in Nigeria. At this time, we are especially working with partners to prevent the spread of diseases. Learn how we are supporting children to reach their full potential. WHAT WE DO Page What you need to know about the coronavirus Latest updates and resources to help you protect yourself and your family from coronavirus Visit the page Article Zainab’s second chance Thousands of conflict-affected youths in Borno are receiving literacy, numeracy and vocational skills Read the story Article In Borno, teachers stand against trauma After an intensive training on psychosocial support, teachers iIn Borno say they are better equipped to tackle anxiety and trauma in children. Read the story Article Community nutrition mobilizers save lives One little boy recovers from severe acute malnutrition with support from UNICEF and the Kuwait Fund Read the story Press release 01 January 2021 New Year’s babies: Over 21,000 children will be born in Nigeria on New Year’s Day Visit the page Press release 24 December 2020 Sweden gives SEK 10 million to help fight COVID-19-related malnutrition in north-east Nigeria Visit the page Article ‘COVID-proofing’ Lagos public schools As public schools in Lagos state reopen for in-person learning, UNICEF is supporting the state to put in place protocols to mitigate the spread of the virus Read the story Statement 18 December 2020 Statement by UNICEF Nigeria Representative Peter Hawkins on the release of schoolboys in Katsina Read now Article Access to safe water protects children at Dogon Kuka School Water, sanitation and hygiene services in schools are linked to improved school attendance, retention and learning outcomes Read the story Article Shallow wells no more A Dutch-funded project provides safe water in underserved schools, health centres and communities in conflict-affected Borno and Yobe States Read the story Statement 13 December 2020 Statement by UNICEF Regional Director for West and Central Africa Marie-Pierre Poirier on school attack in north-western Nigeria Read now Press release 11 December 2020 Global recognition for youths from north-east Nigeria Visit the page Article Amira sets aside her fears and returns to school For Amira, returning to school has marked another change in her life – a return to planning for a promising future Read the story Article The heroes of Zomon Ahmadu Braving a harsh climate and difficult terrain, women health workers are providing remote communities lifesaving services Read the story Load more items Make a Difference Children need champions. Get involved, speak out or volunteer and give every child a fair chance to succeed. TAKE ACTION
Make a Difference Children need champions. Get involved, speak out or volunteer and give every child a fair chance to succeed. TAKE ACTION