UN Willing to Be Genuine Partner to Zamfara, Says Deputy Secretary-General

United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has expressed the UN's commitment to being a genuine partner to Zamfara state. Mohammed led a high-level UN delegation to the Nigerian state on April 10, 2026, signaling a renewed focus on collaboration.

The delegation included country representatives from key UN agencies, underscoring the comprehensive nature of the engagement. Participants comprised the UNDP Country Representative, Elsie Attafuah; the Country Head of UNODC, Cheikh Toure; UNICEF Country Head, Wafaa Saeed; IOM Country Head, Sharon Dimanche; UNHCR Country Head, Arjun Jain; UNAIDS Country Head, Krittayawan Boonto; and UNFPA Country Head, Francis Kuawu.

The visit signifies the UN's intent to work closely with Zamfara on various development and humanitarian fronts. The presence of multiple agency heads indicates a coordinated approach to addressing the state's specific needs and challenges.