Funding Cuts Plunge Nigeria's Displaced into Desperation

The recent USAID funding cuts have deeply impacted displaced communities in Nigeria's Borno state, severely affecting nutritional programs and healthcare services. Numerous aid programs have been terminated, leaving malnourished children and other vulnerable populations in dire straits, and straining the humanitarian efforts in the region.

Under the dappled light of a thatched shelter, Yagana Bulama clings to her last surviving infant as funding cuts devastate Nigeria's already struggling displaced communities.

The USAID funding cuts have left her reliant on limited aid, highlighting the dire situation exacerbated by the insurgency in Borno state.

With malnutrition programs shuttered and critical healthcare services cut back, civil organizations warn of increasing deaths and highlight the urgent need for renewed international support.

(With inputs from agencies.)