The Founder and CEO of Connected Development (CODE), Hamzat Lawal, on Wednesday, reaffirmed his commitment to expanding humanitarian efforts and strengthening collaborations to enhance aid delivery across Nigeria.

He stressed the need for a more inclusive approach to humanitarian assistance, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive adequate support.

Lawal disclosed this in Abuja, during his investiture as a Global NAAS Ambassador, reiterating the importance of global partnerships in addressing Nigeria’s pressing humanitarian needs.

He also highlighted the importance of global partnerships in addressing Nigeria’s pressing humanitarian needs, stressing the need for strategic coordination among government agencies, humanitarian organisations, and local communities to prevent duplication of efforts and improve service delivery.

Lawal said: “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.”
He further emphasised the importance of strategic fundraising and operational efficiency in humanitarian work, adding, “By streamlining operations, non-profits can save up to 70% in operational costs, allowing more resources to be directed toward critical projects.”

He also emphasised the initiative’s broader vision of fostering intergenerational knowledge transfer and ensuring the continuity of humanitarian efforts beyond 2025.

In her remarks, the CEO of Servelead Group, Mrs. Ijeoma Aladesaye, announced an ambitious plan to mobilise up to $5 billion over the next five years to drive community development across Nigeria.

Aladesaye said: “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 explained that social impact requires different types of resources, both financial and otherwise, and while many people and organisations are willing to give, connecting them with those in need remains a challenge.

She added, “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’re not merely seeking financial donations; we’re enabling a system where individuals and organisations can connect and exchange resources to drive social change.”

She stressed that the initiative is not just about raising money but about creating a sustainable system for resource-sharing, where individuals and organisations can collaborate to drive social change.