Abu Dhabi: UAE has dispatched an aircraft carrying 50 tons of food supplies to the Federal Republic of Nigeria to aid those affected by devastating floods. UAE’s shipment includes critical food items to help sustain communities that have been hardest hit by the disaster.
Coordinated by the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the aid operation is a reflection of the country’s commitment to international solidarity and its ongoing role in global humanitarian efforts. The food supplies include staples such as rice, flour, and canned goods, aimed at sustaining families who have lost homes and livelihoods due to the floods.
In recent weeks, heavy rainfall has led to severe flooding across Nigeria, causing widespread damage to infrastructure and displacing thousands of people. Several states, including key agricultural regions, have been affected, leading to food shortages and a growing demand for urgent humanitarian assistance.
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Salem Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, said that, “the aid dispatched reflects the UAE’s commitment to reinforce humanitarian cooperation with the international community and support nations during crises and disasters. The initiative serves to mitigate the suffering of people affected by the floods in Nigeria, while providing them with the necessary support to overcome this challenging period.”
This latest aid package continues the UAE’s tradition of extending humanitarian assistance to nations in crisis, reinforcing the country’s global leadership in disaster relief and emergency response.
The Nigerian government and international organizations are coordinating relief efforts, but the scale of the disaster has overwhelmed local resources, making international assistance, like the UAE’s food aid, crucial in addressing the immediate needs of the displaced population.