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 Communities work to ensure safety for schoolchildren School Based Management Committees, along with school administrators, are working to identify potential problems and ensure children resume school safely Read the story Photo Essay A Day in the Life of a Volunteer Hygiene Promoter Zainab, a volunteer hygiene promoter in north-east Nigeria, works on the frontline to ensure communities are protected from the coronavirus See the story Article Children adjust to life outside Nigeria’s Almajiri system UNICEF is supporting the return of children who have left the Almajiri system and their successful reunion with their families Read the story Press release 16 September 2020 UNICEF statement on sentencing of 13-year-old child to 10-years’ imprisonment with ‘menial labour’ for blasphemy Visit the page Article Motorised campaigns help fight COVID-19 in Lagos The Lagos State Government, supported by UNICEF, has been reaching out to people in 20 Local Government Areas through a motorised campaign Read the story Article All hands on deck: Home-based learning in Niger State As COVID-19 keeps children at home, UNICEF continues to support state governments and communities to ensure children keep learning Read the story Article Partnering for brighter childhoods in Nigeria UNICEF is extending its strong partnership with DSM and Sight and Life to increase access to micronutrient powders for children Read the story Article In defence of schools and children With training and support from UNICEF and KfW, school-based management committees in Borno are taking the lead in keeping schools and children safe Read the story Press release 09 September 2020 On the first International Day to Protect Education from Attack, UN urges Nigeria to prioritise school safety, learners’ protection Visit the page Article Empowering young people living with disabilities in Nigeria A virtual event hosted by UNICEF and the UN in Nigeria provided a platform for young people living with disabilities to be empowered Read the story Article A radio school for displaced children With support from UNICEF and the Norwegian Government, many displaced children who dropped out of school are now learning through radio in Maiduguri Read the story Article 90 children freed from detention centres due to COVID-19 UNICEF is committed to working closely with partners to end all forms of violence against children Read the story Article Skills for women mean income for education With investments in vocational training, UNICEF, with European Union (EU) funding, is boosting school enrolment in Borno towns 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