Türkiye has stepped up humanitarian support to victims of insurgency in Adamawa State, delivering 36 tons of food aid to internally displaced persons affected by attacks from Boko Haram.
The intervention, carried out through Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority, AFAD, was implemented in partnership with the United Nations and targeted residents of the Malkohi Internally Displaced Persons Camp near Yola.
According to a statement issued by the Embassy on Monday, the relief materials comprised essential food items and basic supplies aimed at easing the daily burden of displaced families, many of whom have remained in camps after fleeing violent attacks on their communities.
Speaking during the distribution, Türkiye’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, said the country remained committed to supporting vulnerable populations in Nigeria, noting that Türkiye had consistently ranked among leading providers of humanitarian assistance globally.
He added that beyond relief materials, Türkiye was also contributing to Nigeria’s broader efforts to address security challenges.
“These aid efforts aim to alleviate, even to a small extent, the hardships faced by people struggling to survive under difficult conditions,” he said.
Also speaking, Selen Laori of the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, described the donation as timely and impactful, stressing its importance to the wellbeing of camp residents.
The event was attended by the Adamawa State Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Bello Diram, alongside other government officials and stakeholders.
Türkiye’s latest intervention underscores its growing humanitarian footprint across Africa, where it continues to support civilians affected by conflict and terrorism.
The aid delivery, coordinated by AFAD, forms part of Ankara’s wider humanitarian diplomacy and complements ongoing UN-led efforts in the region.
The protracted insurgency in northeastern Nigeria has displaced hundreds of thousands of people, leaving many dependent on humanitarian assistance and highlighting the need for sustained international support.