The Government of Japan has partnered with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Nigeria with a contribution of $3,394,286 (equivalent to N1.3 billion) to support the Government of Nigeria’s health sector and broader socio-economic response to the impact and challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The support is part of Japan’s global funding to 29 countries and a total contribution to UNDP of USD 63,635,654.
In Nigeria, the contribution has been allocated towards the procurement of medical supplies and equipment to aid the healthcare response; address the socio-economic needs of vulnerable groups through cash for work and support to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).
The funding will also aid impact assessments to establish post COVID-19 strategies in Nigeria and measures to support crisis management and response for the country.
