Caritas Nigeria Inspires Young People at Digital Boot Camp in Abuja
On November 10, 2025, the Executive Secretary/CEO of Caritas Nigeria, Rev. Fr. Peter Audu, participated in the Youth Digital Power Boot Camp held in Abuja. The event was organized by the Youth Animation Unit of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) under the leadership of the National Youth Animator, Very Rev. Fr. Boniface Idoko, to […]
Supporting Refugee Education in Taraba State
Caritas Nigeria, with the support of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and UNHCR Nigeria, is strengthening access to quality education for Cameroonian refugees in Taraba State through the ongoing UNHCR Protection Services to Cameroonian Refugees Project. As part of this initiative, Caritas Nigeria recently distributed essential educational materials to 541 refugee learners […]
Caritas Nigeria Pushes for Robust Electoral Reforms at NASS Public Hearing
On October 13, 2025, Caritas Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to promoting good governance, democratic accountability, and electoral integrity by participating in a one-day Public Hearing held at the Senate Wing of the National Assembly Complex in Abuja. Represented by its National Assembly Legislative Liaison Officer, Mr. Utsa Ushahemba Vitalis and Ms. Regina Onah, the organization […]
World Mental Health Day, 2025
Theme: Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies INTRODUCTION Mental health is a state of cognitive well-being characterized by the ability to carry out daily life activities optimally. It is the major ingredient of rational thinking and good behaviour. Without it, one cannot sustain good interpersonal relationships, academic performance, and occupational functioning. Therefore, […]
Recognizing Young Talents and Loyal Partners
Riding on the theme of our 15th anniversary, “Sustainability in the Face of the Changing Funding Landscape”, the climax of our milestone celebration took place yesterday, September 25, at our country office in Abuja with a special Symposium. The event opened with a Holy Mass presided over by His Eminence, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, and concelebrated […]
Caritas Nigeria Delivers Free Healthcare Services in Abuja
As part of her 15th Anniversary celebrations, Caritas Nigeria held a free medical outreach on September 29 at the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria in Abuja. The initiative was aimed at delivering essential health services to vulnerable individuals, reinforcing the organization’s mission to expand access to quality healthcare. The outreach offered a wide range of medical […]
Second Cash Transfer Reaches 3,267 Vulnerable Households in Borno
Caritas Nigeria and JDPC Maiduguri, with funding support from Auswartiges Amt through Caritas International, have successfully conducted the second tranche of cash transfers to 3,267 households across Kaga, Magumeri, and Gwoza Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Borno State. The benefiting households are participants of the Food Security and Humanitarian Protection for Victims of the Lake […]
Refugee Response
Locations: Adamawa StateNumber of persons reached so far: 20,787
Protection and Anti-Human Trafficking Assistance to Cameroonian Refugees
Locations: Cross River and Edo States Target Groups: The most vulnerable displacement-affected populations (IDPs, IDP returnees, refugees, and refugee returnees) Activities: Legal representations in court and out-of-court, GBV prevention activities (establishment of community structures, community dialogue meetings, mental health and psychosocial support, children-inclusive programs, anti-human trafficking community sensitization, and human trafficking referral services) Number of […]
Protection and Return Monitoring and General Child Protection
Locations: Adamawa, Borno, and Yobe States Target Groups: The most vulnerable displacement-affected populations (IDPs, IDP returnees, refugees, and refugee returnees) Activities: Protection monitoring, awareness-raising and sensitization, and punctual assistance and response through data collection, incident tracking, and referral to appropriate services. Number of persons reached so far: 220,546