By Esther Onyegbula

No fewer than 1,600 internally displaced persons (IDPs) and vulnerable families at the Kaura Internally Displaced Persons Camp in Abuja have benefited from a humanitarian outreach programme organised by HASAM Foundation (Healthy and Safe Motherhood Foundation).

The intervention, led by the Foundation’s Founder, Dr. Olajumoke Adeniyi, provided essential food support to displaced families as part of efforts to alleviate hardship and improve the wellbeing of vulnerable groups affected by displacement and economic challenges.

The outreach forms part of the Foundation’s broader mission of promoting healthy and safe motherhood through humanitarian assistance, public health advocacy, maternal wellbeing initiatives and community development programmes.

Speaking during the exercise, Dr. Adeniyi said the Foundation was committed to supporting women, children and vulnerable families who are often the hardest hit during humanitarian crises.

According to her, the intervention was designed not only to provide immediate relief through food assistance but also to reassure displaced families that they remain important members of society.

She said: “As an organization founded on the principles of healthy and safe motherhood, we recognize that women and children are often among the most affected in humanitarian settings. Every displaced person deserves access to food, healthcare, education, protection, and hope for a better future.

“Through this intervention, we are reminding these families that they are seen, valued, and not forgotten.”
Beneficiaries received food support packages aimed at addressing immediate household needs and strengthening food security within the camp. The Foundation said special consideration was given to women, children, the elderly and other vulnerable groups.

Beyond the distribution of relief materials, members of the Foundation engaged residents with messages of hope, resilience and encouragement, reaffirming their commitment to improving the living conditions of underserved communities.

A representative of the camp management, while appreciating the gesture, highlighted the strong bond between camp residents and members of the host community, noting that assistance received is often shared among both groups.

“We do not eat alone. Whatever support comes to us, we share with the host community because we live together as one family. Acts of kindness such as this strengthen our community and give us hope for a better future,” the representative said.

HASAM Foundation commended the management of the Kaura IDP Camp, volunteers, community leaders, donors and supporters whose contributions ensured the success of the outreach.

The Foundation also called on government institutions, development agencies, corporate organisations, philanthropists and civil society groups to strengthen partnerships aimed at improving the lives of internally displaced persons and other vulnerable populations across the country.

According to the Foundation, the outreach contributes to the achievement of several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including No Poverty, Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-Being, Gender Equality, Reduced Inequalities, and Partnerships for the Goals.

Dr. Adeniyi reiterated the Foundation’s commitment to advancing healthy and safe motherhood, strengthening community resilience and implementing sustainable interventions that create measurable social impact.

HASAM Foundation is a Nigerian non-governmental organisation focused on maternal health, women and girl-child empowerment, public health advocacy, humanitarian response, education and community development.