Armed conflict, banditry, and disease outbreaks have deepened humanitarian needs. 9 million in one region and significant numbers displaced in other areas. Efforts to address severe acute malnutrition have been successful, with high cure rates achieved.

UNICEF and partners have provided various forms of support, including treating children with severe acute malnutrition and conducting polio vaccinations. Emergency primary health care and improved sanitation have also been made available to affected populations. Further details on the humanitarian situation and response efforts are available from the UNICEF Nigeria Humanitarian Situation Report.