An expectant mother hit by floods in northern Nigeria shares her story

Published on: 16/12/2024

“When the floods hit us, it was two weeks before my expected delivery date.”

Fatima, one of our heroic community mobilizers in Nigeria, is among the many expectant mothers affected by the recent flooding in the northern part of the country.

See her story and how UNFPA—the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency—is responding to the crisis.  

Mother displaced by flooding in Nigeria shares heartbreaking story

Published on: 11/12/2024

Over 1.3 million people have been affected by severe flooding in Nigeria.

“What women and girls are going through is truly heartbreaking,” says Halima*, a displaced mother of three and survivor of domestic violence.

In emergencies, vulnerable women and girls like Halima face even higher risks to their safety and survival.

Hear her story and see how UNFPA—the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency—is responding. 
 

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Nigeria Situation Report #2 - September 2024

Resource date: Dec 2024

Author: UNFPA Nigeria

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Community mobilizer Fatima Ali was displaced from her home in Maiduguri, Nigeria, by flooding in October 2024. She continues her work providing support to women and girls. © UNFPA Nigeria
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Nigeria Situation Report #3 - October 2024

Resource date: Nov 2024

Author: UNFPA Nigeria

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