IThe ongoing armed conflict in northeastern Nigeria, particularly in Borno State, has caused one of the most severe humanitarian crises in the world. The insurgency led by Boko Haram, along with military operations by national and multinational forces, has left millions of people in urgent need of assistance. With over 14 million individuals facing dire conditions, security challenges and the remoteness of many affected areas have severely hindered the delivery of life-saving aid. Malnutrition, particularly among children and vulnerable populations, is at alarmingly high levels, and the destruction of villages has left communities devastated.
In response to this crisis, the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP) deployed a team to Borno State to support the humanitarian response. The IHP’s involvement was requested by the Humanitarian Country Team and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to augment capacity in providing safe and secure accommodation and working facilities for humanitarian workers. IHP established a large base camp in Maiduguri, the regional capital, to accommodate approximately 100 staff, offering essential services like housing, kitchens, meeting rooms, water, sanitation, and power supply. Additionally, IHP set up eight sub-regional hubs in remote areas of Borno State, each hosting about 15 staff to ensure that aid could be delivered efficiently to those in need, despite the challenging conditions. This mission, led by the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) with support from the Danish Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), was set to last for approximately 12 months, with the support and funding of the Swedish and Danish governments.
Cover Photo Credit: IOM/Jessica Mamo
