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Nigerian Govt to Distribute N4bn in Cash to 10 Million Displaced Families

- N4bn for Vulnerable Households: Government approves cash transfers for 10 million displaced families.
- N2bn Loans for Farmers: Interest-free loans to support rural farmers and boost food production.
- Support for Women and Displaced Families: Priority given to women, widows, and vulnerable households.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Prof. Nentawe Yilwada, announced the approval during the launch of the 2025 Nigeria Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan at the United Nations House in Abuja on Thursday.
The cash transfer program, set to begin in February and run through April, will support up to 10 million displaced households, with a focus on the most vulnerable, particularly in the Northeast.
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In addition to the cash transfers, the government has allocated N2 billion in interest-free loans for farmers in rural communities to boost food production and improve self-sufficiency.
Loans will range from N300,000 to N400,000 per household. The program will prioritize women, especially widows, pregnant women, and those with disabilities, recognizing the unique challenges they face, particularly in displaced communities.
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Yilwada also highlighted the government’s commitment to addressing the needs of internally displaced persons and other affected groups, focusing on long-term resilience and sustainable solutions in conflict-affected regions like Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe.
The initiative is part of a broader strategy to alleviate poverty and provide urgent relief to those in need.
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