The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre has raised over USD 1.1billion in pledges to support displaced persons and refugees across the Sahel and Lake Chad regions.

This was announced in a statement made available by Saudi Arabia’s Mission in Nigeria.

According to the statement, the funding commitment is made possible by the contributions of more than 10 donor countries, agencies, and organizations dedicated to addressing the growing humanitarian needs in these crisis-hit areas.

The donor conference was held in collaboration with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

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The meeting also had the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) as partner to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to the people of Nigeria, Niger, Chad, Burkina Faso and Mali, faced with various crises and disasters.

In his address during the conference, Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of KS relief, Abdullah Al Rabeeah expressed appreciation for the generosity shown by the donor community.

He said that these contributions not only demonstrate solidarity but also empower humanitarian organisations to deliver life-saving support.

Rabeeah further said the contributions would ensure greater security and resilience for affected populations.