CODE, Servelead, others parley on humanitarian aid to grassroots
The Connected Development (CODE) has said that it was partnering Servelead and other international partners to provide humanitarian aide at the grassroots and hard to reach places across the country. The Founder and CEO of CODE, Hamzat Lawal, stated this weekend in Abuja, where he also reaffirmed his commitment to expanding humanitarian efforts and strengthening […]
The Connected Development (CODE) has said that it was partnering Servelead and other international partners to provide humanitarian aide at the grassroots and hard to reach places across the country.
The Founder and CEO of CODE, Hamzat Lawal, stated this weekend in Abuja, where he also reaffirmed his commitment to expanding humanitarian efforts and strengthening collaborations to enhance aid delivery across the country.
He spoke during The Social Roundtable and his investiture as a Global NAAS Ambassador.
He noted the importance of global partnerships in addressing Nigeria’s pressing humanitarian needs.
“There is the need for a more inclusive approach to humanitarian assistance, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive adequate support.
“It is also important to strengthen global partnerships in addressing Nigeria’s pressing humanitarian needs, thus the need for strategic coordination among government agencies, humanitarian organisations, and local communities to prevent duplication of efforts and improve service delivery.
“With our partners in California and Nigeria, we aim to support non-profit organisations by optimising their operations, reducing costs, and maximising their impact.
“Our focus is on expanding access to water, education, and healthcare, while also ensuring that organisations collect feedback and use data to inform decisions both within the non-profit sector and at government levels.
“By streamlining operations, non-profits can save up to 70% in operational costs, allowing more resources to be directed toward critical projects,” Lawal stated.
On her part,, the CEO of Servelead Group, Mrs Ijeoma Aladesaye, said that there is plan to mobilise up to $5 billion over the next five years to drive community development across Nigeria.
“One of our key initiatives is the development of an app, which we are launching today. While it is starting in Nigeria, the goal is for it to eventually facilitate global resource exchange,” she said.
Aladesaye said that social impact requires different types of resources, both financial and otherwise, and that while many people and organisations are willing to give, connecting them with those in need remains a challenge.
“This platform will bridge that gap, making it easier to exchange resources and support critical areas such as education, access to clean water, healthcare, and livelihood improvements for women and children.
“We are not merely seeking financial donations; we’re enabling a system where individuals and organisations can connect and exchange resources to drive social change,” she said.