Millions of Nigerian children like this one are in dire need of food and medical care.

Niger - Operation Blessing has a team on the ground in Niamey, Niger, buying 40 tons of rice and millet for distribution in villages that, so far, have not had any outside aid or assistance.

OBI’s work will begin in earnest tomorrow when trucks loaded with 20 tons of food travel to a town called Bani-Bangou, 150 miles NE of Niamey. The Niger government has released a list of those regions that are in most need, and we have chosen to go to areas that no organization has reached yet.  

OBI is hoping to take a medical team, but if unsuccessful, will still distribute anti-parasite medication.  Friday, OBI teams will return to Niamey where arrangements have been made for another 20-ton truckload of food.

On Saturday, this food will be distributed in Bankilare, 180 miles northwest of Niamey and close to the Burkina Faso border. 

Both locations OBI has chosen are accessible only by dirt roads and have failed to attract the attention of foreign aid organizations thus far. OBI will be the first to reach these regions with aid. 

OBI has made arrangements for protection by local police for the food distribution and has adequate volunteers in place from local churches.

HOW YOU CAN HELP
Every day, the fleet of Hunger Strike Force trucks are on the road, delivering nutritious food and essential supplies to thousands facing hunger and poverty. With your help, we can continue to impact lives and give hope to those who need it most. Consider making an online donation today.

 

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