The work in Nigeria is being done under Baroness Caroline Cox's leadership with local on the ground partners. This is the work that HART-US wants to leverage support for and to assist in bringing awareness to through its US partners.

Background

Nigeria is Africa’s most populous nation. Since independence, tribal conflicts have caused widespread suffering and devastation. Currently there is relative peace and stability in the South. However, the North has been ravaged by intense conflict in many States including Kano, Kaduna, Bauchi, and currently, Plateau state.

Nigeria has a secular constitution, which conforms to the fundamental freedoms enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. While the south is predominately Christian, Sharia Law has been implemented in twelve states.

This has been a major factor in the conflicts of recent years, during which thousands have perished, together with widespread destruction of property.

There remains an urgent need for humanitarian assistance to accompany initiatives promoting reconciliation and reconstruction.