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Caritas Nigeria Launches 2024 Livelihoods Initiative in Borno State, Building on FY23 Successes

Building on the successes of Financial Year 2023 (FY23), Caritas Nigeria, supported by the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency-funded Child Protection project in Borno state, has launched the 2024 Life Skills program across Bama, Banki, Monguno, and Maiduguri Metropolitan Council. This initiative aims to enhance the lives of beneficiaries by helping them realize and

Nourishing Vulnerable Children: The Soya Bean Powder Project

On the 13th of March 2024, Umuoshi Avutu community in Obowo local government area of Imo State, Caritas Nigeria in partnership with Rosita Unique Care Foundation (RUCF), trained 35 caregivers and case managers of Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in the step-by-step production of soya bean powder.

Empowering Refugee Children and Caregivers

Caritas Nigeria‘s Child Protection team in Adamawa State, with funding support from UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency through UNHCR Nigeria recently enrolled the first batch of Cameroonian refugee children in life skill activities across the project locations.

Courtesy Call to the British High Commission in Abuja

A delegation of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) led by the Secretary-General, Rev. Fr. Zacharia Samjumi on the 13th of March 2024, paid a courtesy call to the British Deputy High Commissioner in Abuja, at Gill Lever1, to introduce the Director of the National Catholic Service Centre (NCSC) and discuss matters of mutual interest between the Catholic Church in Nigeria and the British government.

Community Engagement and Sustainable Solutions: A Case Study from Cross River State

To strengthen our Protection interventions in Cross River state, our project team in Ogoja embarked on a significant advocacy visit to the chiefs and clans heads of Bashua, Biajua, Ajassor, and Agbokim Waterfall communities where we work to ensure the socioeconomic, psychological, and mental well-being of displaced persons.

Inspiring Hope: Overcoming Challenges in Forced Migration

Today, the 9th of February 2024 we wrapped up our commemorative activities for the feast of St. Josephine Bakhita activities with sensitization sessions at Ekiadolor and Ogida markets in Ovia and Egor LGAs respectively

Enhancing Child Nutrition and Well-being through Soya Plus Production

Recently, in Orlu local government area of Imo State, where we implement the OVC program under the Accelerated Control of HIV Epidemic and Sustainability Solutions (ACCESS) Project in partnership with the Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) of Orlu Diocese, over 30 OVC caregivers and case managers were trained in soya plus production – a highly nutritious supplement that prevents malnutrition in children and aids their overall well-being.

Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement

Following the successful conclusion of the 2024 Staff Retreat of the Agencies of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), on January 10, 2024, Caritas Nigeria staff working in the Administrative Services Unit met in our headquarters to discuss strategies for enhancing the department’s operations. The gathering brought together several staff from across our state offices to brainstorm and acknowledge achievements recorded in the previous year within the department.

2024 Annual Staff Retreat: Working Together to Manifest God’s Love

Caritas Nigeria commenced the new year with an all-staff meeting, fostering synergy and setting the tone for activities ahead. In his brief opening remarks, our Executive Secretary/CEO, Rev. Fr. Uchechukwu Obodoechina Ph.D. noted that the

CSN Year-End Closure: A Joyful Thanksgiving Mass Kicks Off Christmas Festivities

Ahead of Christmas festivities, on the 15th of December 2023, the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) closed officially for the year. The end-of-year activities, which reflected the spirit of the season, commenced with a Thanksgiving Mass presided over by Fr. Zacharia Samjumi, the Secretary General of the CSN, and celebrated for staff of all the agencies of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN).

Tackling Gender-Based Violence at the Grassroots

Considering the need to take more action at the grassroots to eliminate violence against women and girls, Caritas Nigeria Orphans and Vulnerable Children’s (OVC) program team in Imo state took the 16 Days of Activism sensitization to Holy Trinity Catholic Cathedral in Orlu local government area, where their target audience – Mary League Girls – held their annual thanksgiving mass.

Worlds Aids Day Celebration in Abuja

Caritas Nigeria staff members working in our country office Abuja offer their love and support to those living with and affected by HIV. We express solidarity with people living with HIV (PLHIV). We remember those who lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses.

Combating HIV: A Collaborative Effort in Abia State

In conjunction with the Abia State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ABSACA) and CRS Nigeria, marked World AIDS Day with awareness campaigns, a road walk, and HIV testing services for the public.

Promoting a Violence-Free Society: Activism Rally in Abuja

Our staff working at the country office of Caritas Nigeria, together with their counterparts in other agencies of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), embarked on an impactful 16 days of activism rally within the Durumi area of Abuja, where the team distributed relevant educational materials to residents.

Escalating the Message of Gender-Based Violence Prevention in Edo State

Together with staff and students of Paulsen Foundation Schools and Explicit Royal Academy in Uhunmwonde local government area of Benin City, Caritas Nigeria, under UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency-supported Mixed Movement activities, marked Day 4 of 16 days of activism in Edo State.

Caritas Nigeria Joins Global Campaign Against Gender Based Violence

As Caritas Nigeria joins the world in advocating against Gender Based Voilence, staff working in the agencies of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) headquartered at the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria lent their voices to the global campaign against gender-based violence (GBV).

From Awareness to Action: Combating Violence Against Women Our Collective Responsibility

It’s that time of the year when we join the global community to amplify our voices in the campaign against all forms of violence experienced by women.

Caritas Nigeria Co-hosts 2023 AGM on Economic Empowerment and Community Resilience

Caritas Nigeria, a unit of the Church and Society Department of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, is co-hosting the department’s 2023 Annual General Meeting under the theme, “Economic Empowerment and Capacity Strengthening for Self-Reliance and Community Resilience in Nigeria”.

Caritas Nigeria enhances collaboration to tackle HIV/AIDS in Enugu State

Last week, Caritas Nigeria, represented by our team from our Headquarters and our Enugu State office, had a partnership-strengthening meeting with stakeholders working to reduce new HIV infections and provide quality care, treatment, and support services to infected and affected individuals in Enugu State.

Abia State Team Meets Commissioner for Women Affairs

Today, 11th of October 2023 a delegation of our Abia State team led by Dr. Charles Okolie, who represented our Orphans and Vulnerable Children’s (OVC) program team in the state, paid a courtesy visit to the State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Hon. Mrs. Ngozi Blessing Felix, to discuss collaborative strategies for effective delivery of our OVC and gender services in the region.

Caritas Nigeria team collaborates with Imo state officials for smooth transition of the US- funded HIV program

Ahead of the transition of the United States-funded HIV program from implementing partners to the Government of Nigeria in 2026, Caritas Nigeria ACCESS project Chief of Party, Dr. John Oko led a delegation of the project team to a meeting with the Imo State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Success Prosper, on October 6, 2023.

Caritas Nigeria Celebrates 13 Years of Humanitarian Services

Caritas Nigeria has reached millions of beneficiaries since its formal registration on 22 September 2010. In a world ravaged by poverty, injustice, and inequality, organizations like Caritas Nigeria shine brightly as beacons of hope. Her unwavering commitment to serving the less fortunate, advocating for social justice, and promoting human development has truly unveiled the essence of compassion. Caritas Nigeria, an arm of the Catholic Church established on 22 September 2010, is dedicated to alleviating poverty and promoting integral human development. With the motto, “serve with love”, Caritas Nigeria works tirelessly to uplift the most vulnerable communities in the country. It focuses its efforts on six main areas of human development namely: health, education, livelihoods, water and sanitation, emergency response, and advocacy. One of Caritas Nigeria’s notable initiatives is its health program, which strives to improve access to quality healthcare services for all Nigerians. Through partnerships with local communities, government agencies, and international organizations, Caritas Nigeria provides training and support to healthcare workers, equips hospitals and clinics with essential medical supplies, and raises awareness about prevalent health issues such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, and maternal and child mortality. Education is another crucial focus of Caritas Nigeria’s work. Recognizing that education is a fundamental right and a key driver of development, the organization implements various education projects across the country. These initiatives include building schools, providing scholarships and educational materials to underprivileged children, and offering vocational training programs to empower youths with valuable skills for the job market. Caritas Nigeria strongly believes in the transformative power of livelihoods. By empowering individuals and communities to generate sustainable income, Caritas Nigeria helps break the cycle of poverty. Through skills training, microfinance programs, and support for small-scale businesses, the organization supports vulnerable individuals in becoming self-reliant and economically independent. Access to clean water and proper sanitation is another critical aspect of human development that Caritas Nigeria addresses. Lack of clean water and sanitation facilities can lead to the spread of diseases and hinder overall well-being. Caritas Nigeria undertakes projects to provide access to clean water sources, construct latrines, and educate communities on proper hygiene practices, thus improving the overall health and well-being of individuals. In times of disasters and emergencies, Caritas Nigeria is at the forefront of relief efforts. The organization coordinates with national and international partners to provide timely assistance to affected communities. This includes distributing relief materials such as food, water, shelter, and medical aid, as well as offering psychosocial support to those traumatized by the events. Advocacy is a crucial component of Caritas Nigeria’s work in promoting social justice. The organization actively engages in dialogue and advocacy with policymakers, stakeholders, and the wider public to address systemic issues that perpetuate poverty and inequality. By amplifying the voices of the marginalized and advocating for policy changes, Caritas Nigeria seeks to create a more just and inclusive society. Caritas Confederation wishes its Nigerian colleagues a happy 13th Anniversary. We are excited about the numerous success stories we have recorded with the consistent support of Caritas, and we look forward to many more years of contributing to the Church’s humanitarian efforts. Thank you for your commitment to our global family and service to the most vulnerable.

Caritas Nigeria Launches Key Projects for National Development

We wrapped up our three-fold Caritas Nigeria Day celebration on 22nd September 2023, with the launch of two key projects; the building of a national skills acquisition centre and the provision of safe water in 24 communities across the 6 geo-political zones. Caritas Nigeria partners, funders, well-wishers, and Caritas Africa leadership, as well as the priests of the CSN and staff of the agencies of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), attended the climax of this year’s Caritas Nigeria Day to celebrate our 13-year journey of making immense impacts. At Caritas Nigeria country office in the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN), Abuja, a Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated by the Archbishop of Kaduna, Most Rev. Matthew Man-Oso Ndagoso, with the Archbishop of Kumasi, Most Rev. Gabriel Yaw Anokye, concelebrating.

Mainstreaming Climate-smart Principles and Practices: Caritas Nigeria Day Activities in Edo State

The Caritas Nigeria regional office in Edo State kick-started Caritas Nigeria Day activities yesterday, 20 September 2023, with a panel discussion on the theme: Mainstreaming Climate-smart Principles and Practices amongst Faith-based Communities in Nigeria. Resource persons drawn from the State Ministry of Environment and Sustainability, National Orientation Agency, and Sustainable Environmental Development Initiative (SEDI) led discussions on climate change and the role of the government and citizens in mitigating it in line with Laudatosi. Participants included women and youths from 10 parishes in Benin City, the Benin Archdiocesan JDPC, the Department of Health Service Providers, and the Federation of Muslim Women Association of Nigeria (FOMWAN). The engaging forum elicited the participants’ pledge to promote eco-friendly practices.

Youth-led Roundtable on Climate Action: Collaborating for Environmental Preservation

At the country office of Caritas Nigeria in Abuja, 20 September, Catholic youths (CYON) selected from the nine ecclesiastical provinces and some members of the Catholic Women Organisation (CWO) participated in a round-table discussion on actionable steps to combating climate change. The meaningful engagement recommended areas of collaboration in amplifying environmental preservation programs and ultimately contextualizing the Pope’s encyclical,

Caritas Africa Delegates Pay Courtesy Visit to Archbishop Kaigama, Acknowledge Church’s Role in Africa’s Progress

Day two of the ongoing Caritas Africa Regional Commission meeting hosted by Caritas Nigeria has the delegates engaging in fruitful deliberations centred on strategies for effective collaboration in addressing pressing issues, such as poverty alleviation, education, and sustainable development. The participation of Caritas Director of Confederation Development Department, Moira Monacelli, highlights the importance of solidarity and unity in advancing Caritas’s mission of building a better world The Caritas Africa delegates, accompanied by the senior management team, paid a courtesy visit to the Metropolitan Archbishop of Abuja, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, in a deep respect for the Church’s role in the progressive growth of Africa. Beyond signifying cooperation, the visit also demonstrated Caritas Africa’s tireless efforts in championing the cause of vulnerable persons in the region, with a view to bringing tangible improvements to the lives of countless Africans.

13th Year Anniversary: Caritas Nigeria’s Climate Smart Agricultural Awareness Campaign in Ekiti and Lagos states

Marking the 13th year anniversary of Caritas Nigeria, the B-SLiC Project Team in Ekiti State visited among others, Holy Child Catholic Secondary School and Annunciation Secondary School, Ikere-Ekiti to sensitize the students about Climate Smart Agricultural Practices. Similarly, Caritas Staff in the B-Slic project Ikorodu Lagos visited Wurabridge School Bayeku and concluded their first exercise in preparations for the Caritas Nigeria day come September 22, 2023. The Universal Primary Education (UPE) Ilara was not left out. The visit was much appreciated by the management of the schools the team visited.

Caritas Nigeria’s Outreach at Suleja Correctional Centre: Advancing Wellbeing and Equal Justice

In keeping with its mission to “advance the wellbeing of all through participatory measures in line with Catholic Social Teaching,” Caritas Nigeria organized an outreach at the Suleja Correctional Centre in Niger State on 19 September, as part of this year’s Caritas Nigeria Day activities. To address the immediate needs of the inmates, the Caritas Nigeria team comprising lawyers, communication professionals, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory scientists, counsellors, and data scientists, provided HIV testing, medical consultation, counselling, and non-food items such as medicines and toiletries, to over 170 inmates. Fifteen officers of the correctional facility also benefitted from medical consultation and counselling. Equally, demonstrating its commitment to promoting equal justice to the rich and poor, Caritas Nigeria commenced the process of securing the release of 13 incarcerated persons accused of non-violent crimes who cannot afford their bail. The non-discriminatory outreach was also a platform for the spiritual edification of the people of concern. Our prison apostolate is a lead-up to the Caritas Nigeria Day celebration, which features special days dedicated to women and youth, an international conference on climate change and the Laudato Si, and the launching of Caritas Nigeria Day projects.

Caritas Africa Regional Commission Meeting: Enhancing Aid and Support Strategies

Delegates from member countries in the Caritas Africa network are currently in Abuja, Nigeria, for the Caritas Africa Regional Commission meeting hosted by Caritas Nigeria. Presided over by the President of Caritas Africa, Msgr. Pierre Cibambo Ntakobajira, the meeting serves as a platform for the formal handover to the new executives of Caritas Africa now coordinated by Lucy Esipila. Members will also share best practices and strategies for delivering aid and support to those in need in Africa.

NO Means NO: Trained 33 Female Instructors to End Sexual Violence Among Girls

To create awareness and end sexual violence among girls, Caritas Nigeria, under the NO Means NO program (one of Caritas Nigeria’s response mechanisms to gender-based violence), organized a 2-week training for 33 female instructors in Imo state. The training sought to enhance the skills and capacities of the participants, who will work in high-risk environments and communities, to effectively deliver sexual and Gender Based Violence prevention services to girls aged 10–20. Through this program, which is a component of our ACCESS project funded by The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and CDC, girls increase their skills in assertiveness, boundary setting, and understanding of their rights, and develop the verbal and physical skills to defend themselves in threatening situations.

Taking a Stand for Climate Action: Caritas Nigeria’s 13-Year Journey of Service to humanity

At Caritas Nigeria, we believe that faith-based communities have a pivotal role to play in addressing the pressing challenges of climate change. Let’s unite to shape a greener, stronger future for Nigeria and beyond. Join us as we mark our 13-year journey of service to humanity and be part of the climate revolution! Date: 22 September 2023 Venue: Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Durumi Abuja. Time: 10:am

The Essential Guide to Improving HIV Service Delivery

To enhance high-data quality for improved HIV service delivery under the Accelerated Control of HIV Epidemic and Sustainability Solutions (ACCESS) project, the Caritas Nigeria team from our country office and regional office in Enugu state facilitated a 7-day Community ART (Antiretroviral Therapy) training for 63 Mobile Clinical Team and Case Management teams working across the three senatorial districts of the state.

Caritas Nigeria Abia State Team Meets Governor’s Wife to Strengthen HIV and OVC Support

Caritas Nigeria Abia State team, led by Dr. Charles Okolie, paid a courtesy visit to Her Excellency, Priscilla Otti, the wife of Abia State’s Executive Governor at the Government House in Abia State.

Key Highlights from the Plenary Assembly of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria 2023

The Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja is the host for the second 2023 Plenary Assembly of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria Which will last from 10-15 September 2023 with daily activities scheduled to begin with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Holy Mass with Lauds, followed by the Bishops’ session for the slated days. The assembly began on the 10th of September with a meeting of the Bishops with major superiors of religious congregations in Nigeria, as well as with several Catholics of the Abuja province followed by the opening Holy Mass celebrated by the CBCN President, Archbishop Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Abuja. Similarly, the official opening ceremony of the assembly was held at the same venue with all the Nigerian Bishops and Diocesan Administrators with the enthronement of the Holy Bible which was followed by an opening address from the chairman and a welcome address by the CBCN president. The leaders of various Christian Churches in Nigeria, including the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, Prelate of the Methodist Church, Dr. Oliver Aba, as well as some government officials, convened several messages of goodwill. Various ecclesiastical provinces, CBCN units, and the departments of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria gave reports to the assembly about their recent activities. The Executive Secretary/CEO of Caritas Nigeria, Uchechukwu Fr. Obodoechina, Ph.D., also presented the organization’s progress report at the plenary. The closing mass of the Second CBCN Plenary Meeting 2023 took place at Our Lady Queen of Nigeria Pro-Cathedral Abuja.

Navigating the Challenges of the UNHCR AHT in Mixed Movement Project

As part of the UNHCR AHT in Mixed movement project activities, Caritas Nigeria conducted a town hall meeting at the Ekiadolor/Iguodia community in Ovia N/East LGA of Edo state on Friday, 25th July 2023. This formed part of efforts to reawaken the minds of community members and gatekeepers on the issue of human trafficking and forge new ways forward in the fight. This

Empowering Nigerian Adolescents in HIV Management: Caritas’ OTZ Program

Adolescents and youths are a core part of Caritas Nigeria‘s HIV management in Nigeria. Through the Operation Tripple Zero (OTZ) program, Adolescents Living with HIV (ALHIV) have increased access to HIV care, treatment, and support services across our implementing states of Abia, Enugu, and Imo.

Empowering Young Men to Combat GBV: Caritas Nigeria’s ‘No Means No’ Intervention.

Throwback to the 25th day of August when Caritas Nigeria trained 20 young men to be ambassadors and instructors of our latest gender-based violence (GBV) intervention, “No means No,” which seeks to reshape attitudes, challenge stereotypes, and promote respect and equality among genders.

Assessing B-SLiC Project Effectiveness through Post-Distribution Monitoring Data Collection: A Training for Enumerators in Lagos and Ekiti States

On Thursday, August 31, 2023, Senior MEAL Specialist Mr. Donald Fidelis led a training for enumerators across Lagos and Ekiti states on post-distribution monitoring (PDM) data collection.

Call for Entries: Climate-Smart Youth Essay Contest on Laudato Si and Environmental Management

Ahead of the Caritas Nigeria Day international conference on ‘Mainstreaming Climate-smart Principles and Practices amongst Faith-based Communities in Nigeria’, we are pleased to invite young Nigerians passionate about climate change to demonstrate how well they know about Pope Francis’ Laudato Si and environmental management. Submission of essays ends on 15 September 2023.

F.A.I.T.H Project’s Innovative Mother Love Party by Caritas Nigeria Boosts Pediatric HIV Testing and Treatment Uptake

The F.A.I.T.H Project Peer Review/field activity between Caritas Nigeria and Caritas Congo Asbl funded by The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), UNAIDS and Caritas ended on 24 August 2023, with the representative of Caritas Congo Asbl, Dr. Roolphe Olako, experiencing our innovative Mother Love Party at the Holy Cross Parish, Iji-Nike, Enugu.

PEPFAR-funded ACCESS Project trains SIAs on Advanced HIV Disease management

On Wednesday, 23rd August 2023 the Caritas Nigeria team in Enugu state implemented the Accelerated Control of HIV Epidemic and Sustainability Solutions (ACCESS) Project, funded by The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through CDC held a one-day intensive training for 24 Strategic Information Assistants (SIAs) on Advanced HIV Disease (AHD) on the algorithm for CD4 testing and how to manage clients with meningitis.

Strengthening Partnerships for Enhanced Pediatric HIV Care

In Africa, The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), UNAIDS and Caritas are funding Caritas Nigeria, Caritas Congo Asbl, and Caritas Côte d’Ivoire to increase the demand for pediatric HIV services in Nigeria.

Regional Planning and Peer Review Session: Strengthening Faith-based Approach to HIV+ Children Treatment

Caritas Nigeria hosted a Regional Planning and Peer Review Session with Caritas Congo Asbl, where we shared lessons and insights about the Faith-based Approach to Increase Identification and Treatment of HIV+ Children (FAITH) project, funded by The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), UNAIDS, and Caritas.

Families Matter Program: Empowering Parents and Caregivers for Positive Parenting and Safer Environments

Caritas Nigeria Orphans and Vulnerable Children program in Abia and Imo States recently hosted a graduation ceremony for 65 participants (Parents and Caregivers) as part of the Families Matter Program (FMP) on 9 August 2023. Funded by CDC through Caritas Nigeria and South Saharan Social Development Organization, this initiative focuses on evidence-based interventions for positive parenting and open parent-child conversations about sexuality, risk reduction, and gender-based violence.

Caritas Nigeria Abia State Team Honored with Award of Excellence by AONN for Exceptional Contributions to Vulnerable Children Program

Caritas Nigeria Abia State team was honored with an Award of Excellence by the Association for Orphans and Vulnerable Children in Nigeria (AONN) for their exceptional efforts in contributing to the vulnerable children Programme within Abia State.

Empowering Communities with Sustainable Livelihoods: B-SLIC Distributes Livestock Inputs in Lagos

In an effort to foster a thriving community of sustainable livelihoods, the Building Sustainable Livelihoods for Vibrant Communities (B-SLIC) project, supported by Conrad N. Hilton Foundation through Caritas Nigeria, distributed livestock inputs to beneficiaries today, 28 July in Lagos state.

Reaching Every Victim: Caritas Nigeria & UNHCR Combat Trafficking in Edo & Cross River

Caritas Nigeria in collaboration with UNHCR under the Mixed Movements” project in Edo and Cross River states to mark the 2023 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.

Caritas Nigeria HQ Conducts Productive Capacity-Building Training in Imo State

Caritas Nigeria HQ team recently conducted a highly productive and enriching two-day capacity-building exercise at our Imo State office from 25 to 26 July 2023.

2023 General Elections Observation Report: Church’s Role in Good Governance

28th July 2023, Caritas Nigeria through the support of CAFOD and Catholic Relief Services, unveiled the 2023 General Observation Report at the Country office in Abuja.

Revolutionizing HIV Control: Caritas Nigeria Enugu State Implements Biometric Survey

On the 26th July 2023, Caritas Nigeria Enugu State team held a one-day intensive meeting with Project Coordinators and Administrators to discuss the current drive on capturing clients’ biometrics across Service Delivery Facilities (SDFs) in the State.

2023 General Elections Observation Report: Promoting Good Governance with Caritas Nigeria

Join us for the presentation of the 2023 General Elections Observation Report, as we delve into principles and practices that promote transparency, accountability, fairness, and inclusivity in decision-making processes.

B-SLiC Project Empowers Ekiti Farmers with Livestock Inputs for Sustainable Livelihoods

In Ekiti state, the Building Sustainable Livelihoods for Vibrant Communities (B-SLiC) project, implemented by Caritas Nigeria Nigeria through the support of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, distributed some livestock inputs to beneficiaries, to empower farmers with essential resources and knowledge, fostering vibrant communities with thriving livelihoods.

Taking a Stand for HIV Prevention: Women in Imo State Step Forward

On 15 July 2023, the Caritas Nigeria Imo state team, through the support of UNAIDS and carried out a sensitization awareness campaign for pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers of the Faith-based Approach to Increase Identification and Treatment of HIV+ children. (F.A.I.T.H) Project at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in the Nazi community of Imo state.

Tracking Progress and Achievements: Caritas Nigeria’s OVC Interventions in Enugu State

Earlier today, Community-based Organizations (CBO) implementing Caritas Nigeria‘s Orphans and Vulnerable Children’s (OVC) interventions in Enugu State met with our team working in the state, to track the project’s progress and achievements for quarter 3, with a view to improving on performance in subsequent quarters.

Impactful Partnerships: CIDSE, Misereor, and Caritas Confederation’s Efforts in Nigeria’s Humanitarian and Development Sector

11 July 2023 was a special day as CIDSE – together with global justice in-country member: Misereor, and Caritas Confederation in-country members: Caritas Nigeria, Catholic Relief Services, CAFOD, and Caritas Deutschland met in our country office in Abuja to

Achieving the goal of the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and CDC HIV intervention in Nigeria.

To effectively achieve the goal of the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and CDC HIV intervention in Nigeria, Caritas Nigeria collaborates with community-based organizations to enhance HIV testing services across the three regions of Abia, Enugu, and Imo, where Caritas Nigeria currently implements the United States Government-funded Accelerated Control of HIV Epidemic and Sustainability Solutions (ACCESS) project.

Implementation of the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and CDC-funded ACCESS project in Abia State May 2023.

The Deputy Executive Secretary of Caritas Nigeria, Rev. Fr. Peter Babangida Audu, recently went on a working visit to Abia State where we are currently implementing the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and CDC-funded ACCESS project.

End of Life cycle for the Trained and Empowered Migrants (STEM) project May 2023

Today 3rd of May, 2023 in Benin City Edo State, Caritas Nigeria held a worthwhile ceremony to officially close the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Gmb H-funded Stable, Trained & Empowered Migrants (STEM) project, which was competently implemented by the Caritas Nigeria Migration team in Benin.

Post-election Press Briefing from Gboko Situation Room

Caritas Nigeria team working with the Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) coordinated Election Observation in the North Central geopolitical zones of the country and gave a press conference on the 21st March 2023, in Gboko as part of the outputs from the Situation Room for the March 18 gubernatorial election and State House of Assembly elections.

IWD: International Women’s Day 2023

March 8 every year is marked as International Women’s Day (IWD), a day when women all over the world are celebrated for their symbolic being. With the theme: Embrace Equity, Caritas Nigeria joined the rest of the world to remember her women who despite other demanding tasks, contribute efficiently in reaching out to those most in need.

2023 Presidential Election in Nigeria: Important message for my People [Pidgin]

As the time for the 2023 Presidential election ticks away, it is important you make your vote count by voting correctly. This short message cast in Pidgin will help you. Watch to the end.

…Dead but alive in Him!

The Director of the Church and Society department of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria and Executive Secretary/CEO of Caritas Nigeria, Rev. Fr. Dr. Uchechukwu Obodoechina delivered a press briefing, on 25th January 2023, at the Catholic Secretariat Abuja, on the State of Security of the Nation and the murder of Rev. Fr. Isaac Achi by Bandits at Kafin-koro Minna, Niger State.

Capacity-building for Implementing Facilities in Abia State

A workshop is organised today, 16th November 2022 at the Abia state office where about 81 Ad hoc staff across the implementing Facilities and local government areas (LGAs) are in attendance.

ACCESS Project for FY 2022

The Accelerated Control of HIV Epidemic and Sustainability Solution (ACCESS) project on Friday 11th November 2022 had a meeting with focal persons of community-based organizations (CBOs) supporting the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) case identification in our program states of Abia, Enugu, and Imo to do an appraisal of the past 4GATES project and discuss the goals and strategies that could improve the organization’s outcomes for the FY ’22.

30th Ordination Anniversary of the DES Caritas Nigeria

It was indeed a landmark achievement for the Deputy Executive Secretary (DES) of Caritas Nigeria, Very Revd. Father Peter Babangida Audu as he delightfully celebrated his 30th anniversary of priestly ordination on Saturday 29th October 2022 at the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) Durumi, Abuja with the

Press Statement on the Controversial Water Bill at the National Assembly

The copy of a Press Release from the office of the National Director, Church and Society Department of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria and Chief Executive Officer of Caritas Nigeria, Rev. Fr Uchechukwu Obodoechina on the Bill at the National Assembly for an Act to Regulate Water Resources in Nigeria.

Caritas Nigeria marks her Day!

The management and staff of Caritas Nigeria with friends, partners, and stakeholders within and beyond Nigeria marked in a special way the maiden edition of Caritas Nigeria Day on Thursday, September 22, 2002, at the premises of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria.

The ES presents Caritas Nigeria’s report at the CBCN conference

The Executive Secretary and CEO of Caritas Nigeria, Rev Fr Uchechukwu Obodoechina is presently (today, September 13, 2022) making a presentation to the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) on the Caritas Nigeria Report at the second plenary of their conference which is ongoing and being hosted by the Diocese of Orlu in Imo State.

Health and Wellness Advocacy Extended to Kabusa Residents in Abuja under the GRAIL Project

Sunday 11th September 2022 was another outing for the Caritas Nigeria team under the GRAIL (Galvanizing Religious Leaders for Accelerated Identification and Linkage to Pediatric ART) Project as they carried out a massive medical outreach specifically for children under fourteen years of age to St Anthony Catholic Church, Kabusa, Abuja.

Caritas Nigeria Day 2022!

Come September 22, 2022, the Board, Management, and staff of the Catholic Caritas Foundation of Nigeria (CCFN), will mark in a special way Caritas Nigeria Day.

GRAIL Outreach in Durumi Community

Caritas Nigeria team under the GRAIL Project on Sunday 4th September 2022 carried out a medical outreach for children under 14 years at St Gabriel’s Catholic Chaplaincy, the community of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Durumi, Abuja.

Ahiazu community in Mbaise benefit from free medical outreach

Caritas Nigeria Team on the GRAIL project in Imo State conducted a free medical outreach for the Ahiazu community in Mbaise from 7th to 9th August 2022. The exercise…

Out-of-School Adolescents receive start-up kits in Nsukka

Caritas Nigeria 4GATE’S Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) program, and Nsukka Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) working on the Income-generating activities (IGAs), and Skills Acquisition Project on Thursday 18th August 2022 distributed Start-up Kits to out of School adolescents at St. Theresa Cathedral, Nsukka, Enugu State.

Stakeholders’ Meeting on World Day Against Human Trafficking: Caritas Nigeria Premiers a short movie

As part of activities to commemorate the 2022 World Day Against Human Trafficking which comes up, Caritas Nigeria with support from UNHCR hosted today (July 30, 2022) a Stakeholders Interactive Forum in Benin, Edo State which brought together state and non-state actors to explore the issues surrounding human trafficking in their different contexts.

Laudato Si @ 7 Summit

To commemorate the seventh anniversary of Laudato Si, the Holy Father, Pope Francis’ encyclical published in May 2015, Caritas Nigeria will be joining forces with sister agencies under the Department of Church and Society as well other actors in the development space to organize a 2-day Summit under the theme, “Synod of Synodality in the Context of Laudato Si: The Nigerian Experience”,

Osun Elections: Interactions with the Media

Caritas Nigeria Team and its host in Osogbo, JDPMC both interacted with the media at the tail end of the Osun State governorship election observation, to share their observations and experiences. This news clip came from ABNTV, one of the major media outfits that covered the election in Osun State.

Pre-Election Situation: Osun State 2022 Governorship Election

The general preparations by relevant stakeholders (political parties, religious and traditional institutions, CSOs, law enforcement agencies, INEC, etc) for the Osun State Governorship Election 2022 came to an end on the evening of Friday, July 15, 2022.

Osun Election in Pictures

As the Osun Governorship Election kicks off this morning, follow the pictures and captions of unfolding events from the Caritas Nigeria Situation Room

Caritas Nigeria trains 66 Observers for the Osun State 2022 Gubernatorial Election

As part of plans for the observation of the 2022 Osun Gubernatorial Election, Caritas Nigeria in collaboration with the Justice Development and Peace Makers Centre (JDPMC) conducted a training today (July 15, 2022) for observers on how to use the newly developed election Observation software launched by the Department of Church and Society of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria.

Ninety-nine-year-old community primary school wears a new look

Caritas Nigeria in partnership with her Community-Based Organisation (CBO), Centre for Family Health Initiative (CFHI) on the 22nd of June, 2022 restored learning pleasure to Umuodu Community School, Mbieri in Mbaitoli L.G.A of Imo State by providing three-seater desks for the pupils sit and learn conveniently during classes.

IMPORTANT UPDATE: INEC approves deployment of more registration centres in FCT

With the upsurge witnessed in the turnout of people for the ongoing Continous Voter Registration in the Federal Capital Territory, there is fresh hope for a lot of those yet to register following the latest approval by the Commission’s Chairman, Prof Mahmud Yakubu for the deployment of personnel and machines to 14 more centres in the territory to ease the exercise.

Most Revd (Dr.) Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji installed as Archbishop of Owerri Archdiocese

Most Revd (Dr) Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji was installed the Archbishop of Owerri Archdiocese by the Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Most Reverend Antonio Guido Filipazzi on June 23, 2022, in Maria Assumpta Cathedral, Owerri, Imo State. The ceremony is…

DES marks World Day of Prayers in Imo State office

Friday June 24, 2022 marked the solemnity of the Secred Heart of Jesus and World day of prayer for the Sanctification of Priests. The Deputy Executive Secretary of Caritas Nigeria, Very Revd Fr. Peter Audu celebrated the Holy Mass in…

Highlights from Observation of the Ekiti Gubernatorial Election

Caritas Nigeria in collaboration with the Justice Development and Peace Initiative of Ekiti Diocese successfully observed the June 18, 2022 Gubernatorial Election in Ekiti State.

Ekiti State Governorship Election Observation

Caritas Nigeria in partnership with the Justice Development and Peace Initiative (JDPI), the local JDPC of Ekiti Catholic Diocese is observing the governorship election for Ekiti State which began today, June 18, 2022, by 8:00 AM.

Press Statement in response to the attack and massacre at St Francis Catholic Church, Owo in Ondo State

A copy of the press statement from the National Director of Church and Society Department and Executive Secretary/CEO of Caritas Nigeria, Rev Fr Uchechukwu Obodoechina in response to the attack by gunmen on St. Francis Catholic Church Owo in Ondo State on Sunday, June 5, 2022, during the

ToT workshop on the use of RDT for COVID -19 testing

A 3-day training of trainers (ToT) workshop on the safe use of approved antigen-based COVID -19 Rapid diagnostic testing (RDTs) for CDC Implementing Partner in the southeast region held at Oxygen Holiday Resort, Owerri, Imo State from May 25th – 27th, 2022.

Memorable 2022 Children’s Day Celebration in Ogoja

Caritas Nigeria Protection Team in Cross River State collaborated with Ogoja Local Government to celebrate yet again, in a most remarkable way, the 2022 Children’s Day.

Programmes/Grants Management Closeout Meeting in Enugu

The close-out planning meeting for Programs and Grants Management in the 4GATES program commenced on Monday, 23^rd May 2022, and is still in progress at the Training Hall of Hotel Sylvia, Enugu State.

Communique on Drug Abuse, Cultism and Ritual killings

The communique issued during a press conference on May 19, 2022, at the end of the 2-day workshop on Drug Abuse, Ritual Killings and Cultism organized by African Faith and Justice Network in collaboration with Caritas Nigeria.

Caritas Nigeria on AIT Live Program

Caritas Nigeria Executive Secretary and CEO, Rev Fr Uchechukwu Obodoechina was a guest on the African Independent Television (AIT) Live program, Focus Nigeria on Thursday, May 5, 2022.

RECOWA Conference Kicks Off

The 4th General Assembly of the Reunion of Episcopal Conferences of West Africa (RECOWA conference) which is being hosted by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has kicked off today, May 3, 2022 at the Abuja International Conference Centre. You can follow live events on the Youtube Channel of the Nigeria Catholic Network

Caritas Nigeria donates computer printers and cartridges for 28 hospitals in Enugu state

Caritas Nigeria Enugu office through her State Team Lead, Mr. Fabian Bassey on the 27th of April,2022, donated 30 computer printers to 28 hospitals in Enugu state. The good deed…

Submission of the Simplified Electoral Act 2022

Tuesday, April 12, 2022, marked a historic day for Caritas Nigeria/JDPC and the Church in Nigeria when a team of six led by Caritas Nigeria Good Governance Focal Person, Sir Mark Asu-Obi, submitted to the Executive Secretary Rev Fr Uchechukwu Obodoechina a simplified version of the Nigerian Electoral Act 2022 recently signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Charting New frontiers of Partnership in Good Governance

In her match towards entrenching a sustainable democratic culture in Nigeria, Caritas Nigeria is collaborating with the National Democratic Institute, NDI, as a major strategic partner for its interventions in the area of Good Governance.

Renewing Leadership: the obligation of Nigeria Citizens

Caritas Nigeria, in partnership with Catholic Action in a press conference held at the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria on 24th March, 2022, emphasized the need for inclusive governance and the obligation of civic duties, specifically in view of the forthcoming 2023 general elections in Nigeria.

2022 Int’l Women’s Day: Break the Bias!

Caritas Nigeria joins the rest of the world in marking this year’s International Women’s Day with testimonies from our beneficiaries in Benin, Edo State.

JDPC Maiduguri marks 50 years anniversary

The Justice Development and Peace Commission of the Catholic Diocese of Maiduguri marked her 50 years anniversary this week (February 23, 2022) in Maiduguri, Borno State.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION – CCFN/UNHCR SHELTER

Caritas Nigeria is requesting for bids from suitable vendors to supply building materials for her UNHCR Shelter Project in Yola, Adamawa State. Detailed information can be gotten from the bids/procurement portal on this website.

COVID19 Mass Vaccination Flag-off in Imo State

Footage of the COVID 19 mass vaccination flag-off in Imo State last week by the Executive Governor of Imo State, HE Hope Uzodimma in partnership with Caritas Nigeria and with the support of the United States Government.

Over two hundred thousand receive COVID 19 vaccinations under the CARES Act project

As part of activities under the CARES Act project in the last five months, Caritas Nigeria facilitated the vaccination of about 200,000 Nigerians for COVID 19.

Stable Trained and Empowered Migrants in Edo

The Caritas Nigeria Antihuman Trafficking and Migration Thematic Area is geared towards mitigating the menace of trafficking in Persons in Nigeria. This is the part 2 of the short documentary highlighting some of the achievements made under the Stable Trained and Empowered Migrant (STEM) project implemented in Edo State with funding from the German Agency for International Cooperation or GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit).

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Press statement on the reported rape and death of an Internally Displaced Person

Following the reported ugly incident of rape and death of an IDP by a development worker in the north east, Caritas Nigeria’s Deputy Executive Secretary, Fr Peter Audu, representing the leadership of the organization was in Maiduguri Tuesday, February 1, 2022 to hold a press conference on the issue.

2022 annual staff retreat

Caritas Nigeria staff with five other agencies of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria had a 2-day retreat to flag off activities for the New Year.

Caritas Nigeria supports Delta State TB and Leprosy Control Program

Caritas Nigeria Delta State Team supported the Delta State TB and Leprosy Control Program (STLCP) to successfully complete three (3) TB Clinic Lab Interface Continuous Quality Improvement (TB CLIQ) workshops and DiCE (Diagnostic Cascade Evaluation) assessments.

Marking World Stroke Day with Nigeria Police Force in Asaba

The Caritas Nigeria Team in Delta State partnered with the Police Medical Services of the Nigeria Police Force, Delta State to mark the 2021 World Stroke day in Asaba on the 29th of October 2021.

Statement of Arch bishop Matthew Ndagoso at the 2021 AGM

NATIONAL SECURITY: CHALLENGES FOR CHURCH AND SOCIETY IN NIGERIA

Statement by Most Rev. Matthew Man-Oso Ndagoso, Episcopal Chairman of Church and Society Department, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Abuja, at the 2021 Annual General Meeting of Church and Society

2021 AGM of Church & Society

The 2021 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Church and Society Department of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) kicked off on November 17, 2021 at the CSN Resource Centre, Durumi, Abuja.

SILC training promotes 11 leaders in Mubi

Caritas Nigeria project team on the Norwegian MFA project conducted in September a SILC (Saving and Internal Lending Communities) training for beneficiaries and upgraded a total of 11 SILC supervisors and field agents(FA) to the status of Private Service Providers (PSP).

Monitoring and supervisory visit for the FASTER Project

A Joint Monitoring and Supervision visit by the combined team of the Delta State AIDS & STI Control Program (SASCP), Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), and Caritas Nigeria was carried out in the month of August 2021 to some facilities in Delta State to assess and strengthen interventions that the FASTER project is supporting, identify gaps and develop mitigation measures in the facilities.

Delta emerges pilot state for CDC recency program in Nigeria

As countries move closer to epidemic control of the HIV pandemic, real-time monitoring of Recent HIV Infections (defined as an HIV infection acquired within the last 12 months), now makes it possible for public health response to be directed at locations and sub-populations where high levels of transmissions are occurring.

Migrant Returnee regains her life back

The story of Florence Abu, an indigene of Etsako West LGA of Edo State is one that gives hope to a lot of young girls out there.

Tour of project sites in the northeast

The Senior Management Team of Caritas Nigeria led by the agency’s Executive Secretary/CEO, Revd Fr Uchechukwu Obodoechina, carried out a one-week working visit to project sites in North-East Nigeria.

Introduction of Catholic Social Teachings into training programs

As part of efforts to entrench Catholic values among the staff of Caritas Nigeria, the leadership of the organization in collaboration with the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) has incorporated lectures on Catholic Social Teachings into training programs for all its staff going forward.

Partnership-strengthening visit to Yola Diocese

Caritas Nigeria Team on a working tour of project sites in the Northeast paid a courtesy visit to the local ordinary of Yola Diocese, Most Revd. Stephen Dami Mamza.

Cardinal Onaiyekan Inaugurates Catholic Political and Captains of Industry Stakeholders Forum

Catholic Action Nigeria in collaboration with the Department of Church and Society of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) commenced a two-day policy development workshop on the theme “The Church’s position on the participation of the Laity in Public Life vis-a-viz the social doctrine of the Catholic Church”.

Disbursement of startup packs to barbing and fish-farming beneficiaries

The second phase of the Stable, Trained and Empowered Me (STEM) project has kicked off in Benin Edo State with the disbursement of startup packs to barbing and fish-farming beneficiaries.

Over 400 IDPs trained on livestock management in Mubi

Over 400 Internally Displaced persons (IDPs), in Mubi have so far benefited from the livestock management training and best agronomic practices in the ongoing UNHCR-funded 2021 project in the northeastern part of Nigeria.

2021 Cathedraticum

As part of the Lenten celebration this year, the Executive Secretary of Caritas Nigeria, Rev Fr Uche Obodoechina, accompanied by a few staff of the organization joined other staff and priests of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria on Saturday March 13 to particiate in this years Cathedraticum.

Commemorating 2021 International Women’s Day

Caritas is joining the rest of the world to mark in a special way come March 31, this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) with special activities aimed at creating awareness and promoting the contributions of women to humanity and development.

Strengthening Feedback and Complaints capacity for Antihuman Trafficking Unit

Caritas Nigeria has organized a sensitization and technical support meeting for its Antihuman Trafficking/Forced Migration unit in Benin City, Edo State.

ADVENT MESSAGE CARDINAL TAGLE 2020

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As 2020 draws to a close, our world needs more than ever the promise of God’s presence among us through the birth of His son.

Caritas Nigeria Admonishes Victims of Violence to Always Speak Up

The 16 days of activism to commemorate the International Day for Gender Based Violence against women and girls ended successfully on Thursday 10^th December 2020 with a holy mass celebration at St. Gabriel’s Chaplaincy of Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria Abuja.

Orange the World Campaign

“Orange the World” is the theme for the 2020 International Campaign against Gender-based violence GBV which began on November 25, 2020, (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) and is expected to last for the next 16 days.

Observation of World Toilet Day in Borno

Caritas Nigeria acting under the Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) initiative in collaboration with the Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) observed World Toilet Day on Thursday, 19^th November 2020 in Borno State.

One Death too many!

Press release by the National Director of Church & Society and Caritas Nigeria, Rev. Fr. Uchechukwu Obodoechina, in response to the ongoing carnage in Nigeria, resulting from the #EndSARS protest.

Young school girls receive dignity kits in Madagali

Caritas Nigeria Hygiene Promotion and protection team donated dignity kits to young schoolgirls in Lamurde community in Madagali and 3 other local government areas in Adamawa State.

Nutrition Team feeds malnourished children in 6 LGAs in Adamawa, Borno

Caritas Nigeria Nutrition Team under the Norwegian MFA 2020 project, fed malnourished children in about 6 local government areas in Adamawa and Borno states.

Mobility aids donated to refugees in Ogoja

The staff of Caritas Nigeria and Field Monitors working on the UNHCR-funded Protection project on Thursday, October 29th 2020 distributed Mobility Aids to refugees in Ogoja, Cross River State.

Children in Adagom Refugee Settlement learn how to wash hands

Caritas Nigeria Protection team was in Adagom, Ogoja, on October 2, 2020 to assist refugee children in the camp learn how to wash their hands.

Caritas Nigeria trains 28 Healthcare workers and volunteers in Kano

Caritas Nigeria with support from Caritas Internationalis Dicastry for Intergral Development (The Vatican), trained 28 Healtcare workers and community volunteers of the Mother of Good Counsel Catholic Hospital, and Niger Hospital, both in the diocese of Kano.

Distribution of NFIs to households in Kukum Daji, Kaduna State

Caritas Nigeria Emergency Response Team under the START project distributed non-food items (NFIs) to 150 households Kukum Daji in Kaura LGA of Kaduna State on September 14, 2020. The START project is short term intervention funded by the START Network comprizing of CAFOD and Christian AID. The project seeks to ameliorate the pains and sufferings of households in communities that were affected by the violent killings in Southern Kaduna. In the same community, 450 households received cash worth NGN 20,000.

2020 World Humanitarian Day Celebration

Caritas Nigeria marked the 2020 World Humanitarian Day (WHD) by hosting a webinar with some of her local and international partners as participants.

Sensitization of Beneficiaries on Feedback and Complaints Mechanism

Beneficiaries for the 2020 Card distribution scheme in the Caritas Germany/German Federal Foreign Office (FFO) Project were sensitized on the newly developed Caritas Nigeria Feedback and Complaint Mechanism.

Training of extension workers yields a harvest of dividends for PoCs in Mubi

A two-day Best Agricultural Practices (BAP) training for extension Officers under the Caritas Nigeria UNHCR Livelihoods project, which took place in March 2020, has yielded amazing dividends less than six months afterwards.

World Humanitarian Day 2020: Real-life Heroes!

A message from the Executive Secretary/CEO of Caritas Nigeria on the occasion marking the World Humanitarian Day, August 19, 2020

For Jerry, Nothing Beats Mental Wellness

It all began in early December 2019, when Jerry Eban Ndoe (not real name), a 28-year old man developed serious mental health challenges.

Family Tracing and Reunification of an Unaccompanied Child

A fifteen year old unaccompanied 15 year old Camerounian child was successfully family-traced and reunited with her family by Caritas Nigeria.

CARITAS Champions the fight against rape

With the rising cases of rape and sexual abuse in the society, Caritas Nigeria has continued to champion the fight against rape and other forms of sexual and gender-based violence among Cameroonian refugees; particularly, the defilement of minors.

National Training of Trainers (ToT) Workshop for The Catholic Health Services

A three-day national training-of-trainers (ToT) workshop for the Catholic Health Services was held at the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) Resource/Conference Centre, Abuja from 7th to 9th of May 2020.

Distribution of food to 3 selected IDP camps in the FCT

The Catholic Chaplaincy in Rome, supported by The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, CSN on Friday 5th June 2020 distributed food items to 3 selected IDP camps in the FCT.

PWSNs, others get WASH kits

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the safety challenges posed to refugees, the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), with help from Caritas Nigeria distributed sanitation kits to refugees in the three settlements in Cross River State on May 21, 2020.

Baby Godiya lays off malnourishment

Godswill Godiya a 28 month-old baby who was suffering from malnourishment was brought in to Caritas SC in Shani by his 25years old Mother, Lucy Godiya who is from Duwa Community in Adamawa state on the 30th Jan, 2019.

Cash Disbursement to 400 PoCs in Adamawa State

The Caritas Nigeria UNHCR-funded Livelihoods project made cash disbursement to 400 People of Concern (PoCs) in different communities across 4 Local Government Areas of Adamawa state.

COVID-19 Infection prevention and Control training for Nurses in Enugu State

A step-down training on COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) was conducted for nurses in health facilities in Enugu State by Caritas Nigeria.

COVID-19 Laboratory bio-safety measures Training health workers Enugu State

A step-down training on Laboratory Bio-safety Measures (including for COVID-19) was conducted for laboratory scientists in health facilities, and other cadres of health workers in Enugu State.

Crucial Meeting with Executive Secretary of the Delta State PHCDA

The Caritas Nigeria Delta State Team met with the Executive Secretary of the Delta State Primary Health Care Development Agency (PHCDA) on 19 May 2020 to introduce to them the Delta State ART ART Surge Emergency Response Team as well as work out modalities for meeting the Executive Secretaries of the 25 LGAs in the State.

Index Testing Training and Risk Stratification Tool Workshop for Delta State Surge Program

As part of strengthening the capacity of the Caritas Nigeria Delta State ART Surge Team in the 4GATES project, CDC NIGERIA facilitated a 5-day residential training on Index Testing and Risk Stratification for two sets of frontline facility staff in the state from the 3rd to 7th February 2020.

Caritas Nigeria saves two brothers from limb amputation

Two brothers in Ogoja, Cross River state who came down with leg sores have were saved from leg amputation through the intervention of Caritas Nigeria.

Thirty families get farming spaces in Ekonganaku, Oban

No less than thirty (30) Cameroonian refugee families through the assistance of Caritas Nigeria were apportioned farming spaces by the chiefs of Ekonganaku and Oban, farming communities in Akamkpa local government area of Cross River State.

Caritas Nigeria/JDPC Post-Election Account of Osun State Governorship Election 2022

This post-election report of Osun State Governorship Election 2022 is provided by the Catholic Caritas Foundation of Nigeria (CCFN) also known as Caritas Nigeria/JDPC, the specialized agency of the Catholic Church in Nigeria for coordinating development and Humanitarian interventions.

Caritas Nigeria Board of Directors Review the Organization’s Performance Reports

In line with their invaluable role of providing strategic direction and oversight, Caritas Nigeria Board of Directors, chaired by the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos, Most Rev. Alfred Adewale Martins, met today to review the organization’s performance reports and make decisions on key issues.

Accelerating HIV and Tuberculosis Interventions: Site Activation in Enugu State

2024 Children’s Day celebration organized by Caritas Nigeria

In another exciting Children’s Day celebration organized by Caritas Nigeria, our team in Adamawa State, through the support of UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency-funded Child Protection project, gathered children at the @caritasnigeria child-friendly space to mark this year’s event under the Theme: “Enhancing the Total Wellbeing of Children through Quality Education and Skills Development”.

Caritas Nigeria, Abia State Ministry of Health Collaborate on Effective Tuberculosis Screening Program in Umunneochi LGA

In a bid to combat tuberculosis among adults and children, Caritas Nigeria, in collaboration with the Abia State Ministry of Health through the support of Ihv Nigeria, has initiated a life-saving program called the “Tuberculosis Testing Week”. The event occurred at the Lokpa Cattle Market in Lukwesi, within the Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia State.

Free Farming Supplies Given to Ekiti Farmers

In Ekiti State, Caritas Nigeria, in collaboration with Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, flagged off the distribution of agricultural inputs to smallholder farmers in Ise-Orum Ekiti LGA of Ekiti State. Over 88 farmers benefitted from a prior capacity strengthening in climate-smart agriculture and received knapsack sprayed, cowpea, and maize to enhance their farming processes and overall productivity.

Conrad N. Hilton Foundation & Caritas Nigeria Empower Badagry Households with Poultry Initiative

In Badagry-Lagos State and its environs, Conrad N. Hilton Foundation and Caritas Nigeria are enhancing food security, nutrition, and income generation by empowering vulnerable individuals and households with agricultural enhancement initiatives.

Over 3,200 Lagos Farmers in Ijede and Ibayeku Equipped with Essential Inputs to Enhance Agricultural Productivity

Last week, more farmers in Ijede (Ikorodu LGA) and Ibayeiku (Badagry LGA) communities in Lagos State benefitted from Conrad N. Hilton Foundation‘s transformative agricultural initiatives realized through the Building Sustainable Livelihoods for Vibrant Communities (B-SLiC) project implemented by Caritas Nigeria in Ekiti and Lagos States. The intervention was aimed at positively impacting their farming endeavours.

Caritas Nigeria Takes Center Stage at U.S. CDC Nigeria Meeting

The two-day Biannual Stakeholder Engagement meeting organized by U.S. CDC Nigeria concluded with a review of the progress made in state-led HIV response initiatives. During the presentations, stakeholders from the states implementing The U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)-funded HIV programs in Nigeria, including Abia and Imo States,

Enhancing Equitable Access to HIV Care: Training Initiative in Enugu State

To ensure that marginalized populations have equitable access to HIV care, treatment, and support services, our team in Enugu State recently trained patient tracking and retention personnel, who will further strengthen the capacity of over 60 hires working in our supported service delivery facilities in the state.

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