China Doles Out $1 Million to Assist Nigeria’s Flood Relief Efforts
China Doles Out $1 Million to Assist Nigeria’s Flood Relief Efforts
China has contributed $1 million to Nigeria to assist communities devastated by recent catastrophic floods throughout the nation.
The donation was formalized on Wednesday in Abuja through a signing ceremony between the Chinese government and Nigeria’s Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
At the event, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, expressed China’s solidarity with Nigeria, noting that both countries have recently faced natural disasters.
He offered condolences to families who lost loved ones and reaffirmed China’s confidence in Nigeria’s ability to recover.
“China has contributed one million dollars to Nigeria in support of those affected by the recent catastrophic floods across the nation,” the NAN report read in part.
It further quoted Dunhai as saying, “We wish to express our deepest condolences to those who lost their lives and extend our support.”
The ambassador also highlighted the broader trajectory of China-Nigeria relations, emphasizing that ties between the two nations are rooted in mutual respect, trade, and cooperation.
He pointed to China’s recent announcement of zero-tariff treatment on hundreds of tariff lines for African countries, including Nigeria, which is expected to bolster Nigerian exports and foster job creation.
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Atiku Bagudu, remarked that the $1 million support comes at a crucial time, particularly for communities most severely impacted by the recent floods. According to him, the intervention will not only provide relief but also complement the government’s ongoing efforts to restore livelihoods in the affected areas.
He explained that the Ministry, in collaboration with relevant agencies, will establish a transparent framework to manage the funds, drawing from past experiences to ensure efficiency and accountability. A joint monitoring mechanism with the Chinese Embassy has also been agreed upon to ensure that the assistance reaches those most in need.
Bagudu noted that beyond the immediate humanitarian benefit, the donation underscores the depth of cooperation between Nigeria and China. He highlighted that the partnership now extends beyond trade, infrastructure, agriculture, and technology into disaster relief, reflecting a broadening relationship between the two countries.
He stressed that Nigeria values China’s gesture not only as timely support but also as a demonstration of goodwill and solidarity. According to him, the act reinforces the long-standing friendship and shared vision for sustainable development that both nations continue to build on.
