By Miriam Humbe
The Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, has reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) in the efforts to provide humanitarian assistance to vulnerable Nigerias.
Mrs. Zubaida Umar stated, while receiving a delegation from KSrelief at the NEMA Headquarters in Abuja.
The Director General commended KSrelief for its sustained support to humanitarian interventions in Nigeria and noted that the partnership has continued to complement the Federal Government’s efforts in addressing the needs of vulnerable persons affected by disasters and other humanitarian challenges.
Speaking during the visit, the representative of KSrelief, Mr. Majeed Alanazi, said the visit was to strengthen engagement with NEMA ahead of the commencement of the direct distribution of food baskets donated by KSrelief to vulnerable households in selected states.
Mr. Alanazi appreciated NEMA for the longstanding partnership and support in facilitating humanitarian interventions, emphasizing KSrelief’s commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and improving the welfare of those in need.
The direct distribution of the food basket would be implemented in Yobe, Benue, Kebbi, Taraba, and Anambra States.
