Thailand has donated 12.4 metric tonnes of rice worth USD 22,000 to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Nigeria to help communities facing food insecurity in the country’s north-east.

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The contribution was formally handed over on 7 June 2026 in Abuja by Thirapath Mongkolnavin, Thailand’s Ambassador to Nigeria, on behalf of the Royal Thai Government. The rice will be used to support food assistance programmes for vulnerable populations in the states of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe, areas affected by ongoing humanitarian challenges.

The donation forms part of Thailand’s wider humanitarian support for Nigeria. During the handover ceremony, Ambassador Thirapath reaffirmed Thailand’s commitment to assisting communities in need and expressed hope that the rice would provide relief to people facing difficult circumstances.

Thailand also indicated its willingness to share expertise in rice cultivation as a longer-term measure to strengthen food security and agricultural development in Nigeria. The offer reflects an interest in supporting sustainable solutions alongside emergency food assistance.

The latest contribution follows an earlier donation of USD 10,000 by Thailand to the Nigeria Humanitarian Fund, which is managed by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA). The Thai government said the support demonstrates its continuing commitment to international humanitarian efforts.

Thailand also commended the World Food Programme and humanitarian workers operating in affected areas for their work in delivering aid and supporting vulnerable communities across north-eastern Nigeria.

The rice donation is expected to contribute directly to ongoing food assistance operations in the region. WFP and partner organisations continue to provide support to populations affected by food insecurity and humanitarian needs in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states.

Khaosod reported that as humanitarian programmes continue, Thailand’s contribution adds to international efforts aimed at addressing immediate food needs while encouraging longer-term agricultural development and resilience in affected communities.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 8 June 2026

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