Global Citizen and the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) have partnered to create the Nigeria Solidarity Support Fund (NSSF), to combat the devastating effects of COVID-19 on Nigerians
The initiative is to raise an initial fund of $50 million to combat the impact of the pandemic on Nigerians. The fund is also targeted at supporting vulnerable groups, strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare systems, and re-skill the Nigerian youth for a post-COVID era.
In a statement on Thursday, Chairman of Global Citizen Nigeria, Mr Babatunde Folawiyo called for the support of all well-meaning Nigerians.
Folawiyo said, “now is the time that we can make a difference, whether you are a corporate or an individual, there is a role for you. In order for this fund to be a success, we need the whole country to get behind us and donate.”
He also said grants will be awarded to fund projects that support the three core objectives of NSSF.
“We are proud that as Nigerians we can rally to support the most vulnerable in our society, and we look forward to making a significant impact in combating the tragic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,” Vice Chairman, Global Citizen Nigeria, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, said.
For more on the NSSF, potential donors are advised to visit its website.