The inauguration of these model facilities marks a significant milestone in demonstrating scalable, community-owned solutions to climate vulnerability that can be adopted by the Federal and state governments.

“The UK Government is proud to support the Government of Nigeria through this £19m commitment to the CRIBS programme. This work has been developed through a partnership of organisations and experts including the Federal Government of Nigeria, the UK Government, UNICEF, World Bank, World Health Organization, Sextant Foundation, JigSaw, Fab Inc, Crown Agent and UK Lafiya Programme. CRIBS demonstrates how climate-resilient infrastructure can improve access to basic services for vulnerable populations. We hope this model inspires broader replication across Nigeria,” Cynthia Rowe, Development Director Nigeria, British High Commission Abuja said.

“This initiative is a testament to what strong partnerships can achieve,” added Wafaa Saeed, UNICEF Representative in Nigeria. “By investing in climate-smart infrastructure, we are not only protecting services but also empowering communities to safeguard their children’s future. CRIBS is a model for how we can build resilience where it matters most, at the frontline of service delivery.”

The inauguration aligns with national and state priorities in climate action, health, and education, and reflects the UK’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s efforts to mitigate climate risks and improve service delivery.

About CRIBS
Launched in April 2024, CRIBS is funded by FCDO, and developed through a partnership approach from a range of Nigeria Government and international organisations and experts. The main implementing partner has been UNICEF. CRIBS is a comprehensive and systematic approach to developing affordable, high impact and scalable models of climate-resilient infrastructure for basic services, with a focus on vulnerable communities. Based on the successful implementation of the approach in Kano and Jigawa States, the initiative has been expanded to include Bauchi, Enugu, Gombe, Kaduna and Katsina states.

UK Announces £19M Funding, Partners FG, UNICEF To Launch Climate-Resilient Health And Education Facilities In Kano , Jigawa