Zamfara govt reaffirms commitment to humanitarian operations

The Zamfara State government, through the Ministry of Humanitarian and Relief Matters, has reaffirmed its commitment to providing an enabling environment for humanitarian operations in the state.

In a statement issued on Thursday in Gusau, the Director of Information and Public Relations, Zamfara State Ministry of Humanitarian and Relief Matters, Bashir Kabiru Ahmad, said the ministry was also committed to strengthening partnerships that improve the welfare of communities affected by insecurity.

The Humanitarian Sector Monthly Coordination Meeting for the month of July 2026 brought together humanitarian partners, development organisations, and key stakeholders to review humanitarian interventions and strengthen collaboration.

The statement reads in part: “The meeting was organised with the objectives of presenting the July 2026 Humanitarian Situation Report, sharing updates on humanitarian partners’ activities.

“Delivering the opening remarks, Honourable Commissioner for Humanitarian and Relief Matters, Salisu Musa Tsafe, represented by the Acting Permanent Secretary, Mrs Ummulkhairi Abubakar Usman, commended humanitarian partners for their unwavering commitment to supporting vulnerable populations affected by insecurity and other humanitarian challenges in the state.

“She emphasised the importance of sustained collaboration, timely information sharing, and coordinated planning among government institutions and humanitarian actors.

“She reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to providing an enabling environment for humanitarian operations and strengthening partnerships that improve the welfare of affected communities.

“The Ministry presented the July 2026 Humanitarian Situation Report, highlighting the current humanitarian situation across the state, emerging needs, ongoing government interventions, and priority areas.

“Humanitarian partners also presented updates on their sectoral activities, achievements, challenges, and planned interventions, providing a comprehensive overview of ongoing humanitarian efforts across Zamfara State.”

Speaking during the meeting, the representative of the Nigeria INGO Forum, Musa Baba, commended the Zamfara State Ministry of Humanitarian and Relief Matters for its leadership.

He reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria INGO Forum and its member organisations to continue working closely with the state government and other stakeholders to deliver coordinated, efficient, and people-centred humanitarian assistance.