Abuja: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in collaboration with the National Council of Women Societies (NCWS) Nigeria, has embarked on a significant humanitarian effort by donating food items to vulnerable populations across five Nigerian states: Adamawa, Plateau, Sokoto, Akwa Ibom, and Enugu. This initiative aims to alleviate the suffering of communities facing severe challenges.

According to News Agency of Nigeria, Mr. Isaac Morrison, a representative of the church, handed over the food items to the NCWS during a ceremony in Abuja. Morrison explained that the states selected for the donation have recently encountered various crises. Between December 2024 and February 2025, Nigeria experienced multiple devastating events, including insurgent attacks in Adamawa that led to widespread displacement, and violent assaults on Christian communities in Plateau, which resulted in casualties and further displacement. In Sokoto, a military airstrike caused civilian casualties, while in Akwa Ibom, floods affected over 33,000 people across 12 Local Government Areas. Enugu faced herdsmen attacks, resulting in fatalities and food insecurity.

Morrison noted that the NCWS had approached the church for assistance, requesting aid for 2,000 affected families across these states. In response, the church mobilized resources to provide staple foods such as rice, beans, garri, vegetable oil, and noodles, along with essential non-food supplies. The NCWS is tasked with overseeing the distribution to ensure that the aid reaches those in need efficiently.

Each of the five states will receive supplies sufficient for 400 households, offering relief and hope to families in distress. Morrison emphasized the broader significance of this effort, highlighting that it serves as a reminder that compassion transcends borders and that faith can be a force for good. The church is committed to emergency relief and humanitarian aid on a global scale.

Princess Edna Azura, the National President of NCWS, expressed her appreciation for the donation, stating that the food and non-food items are more than just gifts; they are lifelines providing immediate relief to countless women and families. Azura commended the church for its timely and decisive action, describing the donation as a beacon of hope for millions facing food insecurity, particularly women and children in vulnerable communities.

Azura urged the state presidents of NCWS in the affected regions to ensure the donations reach the intended recipients. She emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in the distribution process, encouraging detailed documentation to reassure partners of their trust and inspire further support.

Mrs. Celina Ali, Plateau NCWS president, speaking on behalf of the state presidents, assured that the items would be distributed carefully to vulnerable people in the communities.

The event concluded with the decoration of Morrison and a Ghanaian church representative as NCWS ambassadors, marking a highlight of the partnership’s ongoing commitment to humanitarian causes.