Group distributes 29,000 meals to IDPs in Borno camp

Humanity First Nigeria, in collaboration with Humanity First Germany and Canada, has provided over 29,000 meals to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in El-Miskin camp in Jere Local Government Area of Borno State.

Humanity First is an international non-governmental organisation formed by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.

The meal distribution programme was designed to make the feeding of the IDPs less challenging.

The camp chairman, Muhammad Hashim, expressed appreciation for Humanity First Nigeria’s efforts, noting that the camp houses over 7,000 individuals from more than 1,500 families divided across 21 districts.

One of the camp residents, Bukar Bulama, stated that he fled Mungonu Local Government Area over eight years ago due to insurgency. Despite his desire to return home and resume farming, the area remains insecure.

He noted that life in the camp became even more difficult last year when it was hit by devastating floods.

“I am grateful to Humanity First for providing Iftar meals during Ramadan. It has been a great relief to us. However, we still face challenges, especially with accessing clean water,” Bukar appealed.

His sentiments were echoed by other camp residents who also appreciated the continued support of Humanity First.

Speaking on behalf of Humanity First Nigeria, Mr. Abdul-QadirAbdul Rafi, Team Lead, Disaster Relief and Programme, stated that the provision of food to victims of floods and terrorism in El-Miskin Camp aligns with the organisation’s culture of prioritising human welfare, regardless of ethnic or religious background.

He explained that the meal distribution was the second phase of efforts to support the victims in Maiduguri, with the first phase conducted in September 2024, immediately after the flood disaster.

“Humanity First has been supporting victims of disasters all over the world, and this year, we are proudly celebrating 30 years of serving mankind,” Mr. Rafi added.