Ambassador Nurain Abayomi Mumuni, a security expert and APC chieftain, urges international aid agencies operating in Nigeria to prioritize security while delivering humanitarian assistance. This call comes amidst recent indictments against USAID for allegedly funding terrorist organizations, including Boko Haram.
A security expert and chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Ambassador Nurain Abayomi Mumuni, has called on international agencies operating in Nigeria to carry out their humanitarian support without undermining the security of the host communities.
Mumuni made this call in the wake of recent indictments of the United States Agency for International Development, USAID, for allegedly funding terrorist organizations, including Boko Haram, both in Nigeria and various regions across the globe. DAILY POST recalls that Scott Perry, a United States Congressman representing Pennsylvania, had earlier accused the United States Agency for International Development, USAID, of funding terrorist organizations like Boko Haram. Perry disclosed this at the inaugural hearing of the Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency on Thursday. Reacting on Saturday, the security expert noted that these allegations raise crucial questions not only about the integrity of humanitarian aid but also about the broader implications for global security and diplomatic relations. Mumuni, in a statement made available to DAILY POST through his Media Aide on Saturday, said that the ongoing crises in Nigeria, characterized by the actions of Boko Haram and other armed groups, demand a delicate balance between providing humanitarian assistance and ensuring that aid does not inadvertently bolster insurgency or terrorist activities. The APC chieftain further maintained that it is imperative that organizations involved in the distribution of aid conduct thorough risk assessments to ensure that resources reach those in need without weakening the already fragile security landscape. Mumuni added that the indictments highlight the pressing need for enhanced oversight and accountability in international aid programs. He emphasized the importance of agencies like USAID fortifying their mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the impact of their initiatives. This includes ensuring that aid reaches its intended recipients and is not diverted to support violent extremism. 'I am deeply concerned about the recent indictments alleging that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has unwittingly sponsored terrorism both in Nigeria and various regions across the globe. These allegations raise crucial questions not only about the integrity of humanitarian aid but also about the broader implications for global security and diplomatic relations. 'The ongoing crises in Nigeria, characterized by the actions of Boko Haram and other armed groups, demand a delicate balance between providing humanitarian assistance and ensuring that aid does not inadvertently bolster insurgency or terrorist activities. It is imperative that organizations involved in the distribution of aid conduct thorough risk assessments to ensure that resources reach those in need without weakening the already fragile security landscape. 'The indictments highlight the pressing need for enhanced oversight and accountability in international aid programs. It is crucial for agencies like USAID to fortify their mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the impact of their initiatives. This includes ensuring that aid reaches its intended recipients and is not diverted to support violent extremism. 'Stakeholders must engage in responsible dialogue to develop strategies that address vulnerability and aid dependency while combating terrorism. Increased training for personnel dealing with humanitarian efforts can enhance understanding of local dynamics and help negate unintended consequences. 'Furthermore, these allegations, if substantiated, may lead to increased scrutiny of U.S. foreign aid policies and underscore the need for reform. A transparent approach to funding and a commitment to ethical standards in humanitarian assistance are paramount. The U.S. government must reinforce its commitment to preventing terrorism financing and take necessary measures to ensure that aid serves as a conduit for peace and stability rather than violence. 'The allegations against USAID regarding the sponsorship of terrorism mainly revolve around claims that its financial and aid efforts in certain regions, particularly in Nigeria, may have inadvertently supported terrorist organizations
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