News & Stories
29 Jul 2026
LIFESAVING TREATMENT, JUST IN TIME; FROM CRISIS TO RECOVERY
Lead Writer - Mogbonjubade Adesulure
A mother watched her baby get weak to the point that he couldn't even sit up, until lifesaving care changed the course of his story. How did this happened?
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22 Jul 2026
RACING AGAINST TIME: A LIFE-SAVING RESPONSE TO CHOLERA IN BORNO STATE
By Mogbonjubade Adesulure
When cholera began spreading through Borno State in early May, what followed was one of the most severe outbreaks the state had seen in recent years. What made the difference during one of Borno's most severe cholera outbreaks, and what will it take to keep children and families safe in the months ahead?
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16 Jun 2026
ABOUT 70% OF NIGERIAN CHILDREN ARE STILL GROWING UP WITHOUT ACCESS TO WATER, SANITATION, AND HYGIENE FACILITIES
About 70% of Nigerian children lack access to water, hygiene, and sanitation facilities. [BMC Pediatrics] [1]
More than 161 million people in Nigeria rely on contaminated water sources, and only 6% of healthcare facilities have basic WASH services. [UNICEF] [2]
Only 26.5 per cent of the population use improved drinking water sources and sanitation facilities. [UNICEF] [3]
Over 10 million school children lack basic sanitation at school. [Wellbeing Foundation Africa & Reckitt][4]
8 May 2026
When Education Finds Its Way Back - Umma*’s Journey Back to School
Lead writer - Mogbonjubade Adesulure
How one announcement opened the door to a second chance at education for Umma*.
Read on to find out how!
20 Apr 2026
CREATING SAFER HOMES FOR CHILDREN- THE SAFE FAMILY SESSION EFFECT
Lead writer: Mogbonjubade Adesulure
Adamu*, a father, farmer, and retired teacher, shares how the Safe Family Session supported more open and positive relationships between parents and children in his community. Read more
8 Apr 2026
How Infrastructure Restoration Transformed Learning and Enrollment
Lead Writer - Yusuf Mustapha
Save the Children Nigeria is restoring safe learning spaces for crisis-affected children in Katsina, Zamfara and Kaduna States in Northwest Nigeria in partnership with Goal Prime Organisation Nigeria, with support from the Education Cannot Wait (ECW) First Emergency Response grant (FER).
24 Mar 2026
Restoring Hope Through Inclusion: How Assistive Devices Are Changing Children’s Lives
Lead Writer- Yusuf Mustapha
Children affected by conflict and displacement face barriers to learning. For children with disabilities, these challenges become even more burdensome. To ease these burdens, Save the Children Nigeria, in partnership with Education Cannot Wait, with funding support from the Government of Japan, provides assistive devices, learning materials, dignity and hygiene kits to children with disabilities.
26 Jan 2026
28 Million Nigerian Children and Adolescents Lack Access to Formal Schooling or Digital Learning Opportunities
Between 2014 and 2022, Nigeria recorded 70 school attacks, 1,683 learners abducted, 184 killed, and 25 buildings destroyed – Save the Children
10.5 million primary school-age children (25.6%) are not enrolled in school, with girls
accounting for 60% of out-of-school children – UNICEF
Nigeria’s secondary school gross enrolment rate stands at 42% – WorldMetrics Nigeria Education Report (2025)
27 Feb 2026
Standing Again: Abubakar’s Journey to Recovery
Lead Writer- Mogbonjubade Adesulure
Abubakar spent years unable to walk after a leg injury from a routine injection left him in constant, debilitating pain. With his family unable to afford proper medical care, his condition worsened until Save the Children Nigeria supported by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, intervened. Today, after receiving lifesaving treatment, Abubakar is finally healing, standing again with the help of a walking aid, and holding onto his dream of going to school.
5 Feb 2026
HOW VSLA IS MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE IN HOUSEHOLDS: KHADIJAH’S STORY
Lead Writer: Mogbonjubade Adesulure
Read how a Village Savings Loan Association (VSLA) made a real difference in the life of a family.
16 Dec 2025
RABILU’S PROGRESS STORY: THE VILLAGE SAVINGS LOAN ASSOCIATION EFFECT!
Lead Writer: Mogbonjubade Adesulure
Rabilu had no source of income and struggled to support his family, until he joined a Save the Children–supported Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) under the FCDO‑funded PLANE project. Through the VSLA, he started a petrol-selling and vulcanising business, gained financial stability, and improved his family’s wellbeing. His daughter, Summayya, also benefited by joining the Catch‑Up Club, boosting her literacy and confidence. Today, Rabilu advocates expanding VSLAs to other communities, proving how community‑driven savings groups can transform livelihoods, strengthen households, and create lasting social impact.
14 Nov 2025
A Mother’s Journey to Growth!
Lead writer- Mogbonjubade Adesulure
Tinu*, a mother of four from a cocoa-producing community in Nigeria, was able to grow her business through a Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) and cash support from Save the Children’s Future for Every Child (FUFEC) project. Once unable to pay school fees while hawking food, she accessed loans and a cash grant to expand her business. Today, Tinu runs a thriving shop and has enrolled her children in good schools.