Life at Best Development Initiative - LABDI

the United States of America for its generous US$125 million contribution to the Nigeria Humanitarian Fund OCHA Funds

Amid escalating violence, deepening hunger, and a mounting health crisis, the funds will enable humanitarian partners to rapidly scale up coordinated lifesaving response to millions of people in the country’s north east, north west, and north central regions.

Happy Birthday, to our Human Resource Assistant, Maina.

May this new year bring even greater milestones as you keep making a difference where it matters most.

At the Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC) Potiskum Central in Yobe State, Life at Best Development Initiative - LABDI continues to engage breastfeeding mothers and pregnant women through general health talks and one-on-one counseling sessions.

These interactions provide practical guidance on hygiene practices and emphasize the importance of exclusive breastfeeding, equipping women with the knowledge needed to prevent malnutrition and to nurture healthier families.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
UNICEF Nigeria

At Ngala, a life-saving moment reminded us why partnerships matter.

A mother arrived in critical condition after prolonged labor caused by cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD). With no time to lose, and in close collaboration with the General Hospital team, LABDI’s doctor stepped in and performed an emergency Caesarean section.

Both mother and baby survived.

This is more than a success story, it reflects the strength of collaboration and the growing trust in Life at Best Development Initiative - LABDI health services in Ngala.

We remain committed to delivering safe, quality care to mothers and newborns, every single day.

Some leaders lead with authority.
Some lead with vision.
But the most impactful leaders lead with a mother’s heart.
Beyond titles and positions, Ladi Clark embodies compassion and care—providing guidance, protection, and hope to countless women, children, and families whose lives have been touched by LABDI’s interventions.

Her leadership reflects the very essence of motherhood: nurturing potential, standing in protection of the vulnerable, and inspiring hope where it is needed most.

Today, we celebrate not only mothers in our homes, but also the mothers in our communities—women whose love, strength, and sacrifice continue to transform lives and build a better future for generations to come.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mothers shaping our world.

On International Women's Day, we are reminded that progress for women and girls must be rooted in three powerful commitments: Rights. Justice. Action.

Across communities, women continue to lead change, strengthen families, and drive development. Yet many still face barriers that limit their access to equal rights, protection under the law, and opportunities to thrive.

This year’s theme calls on all of us—governments, organizations, partners, and communities—to move beyond words and take deliberate action. Ensuring that women and girls can claim their rights, access justice systems that protect them, and participate fully in social and economic life is essential for building inclusive and resilient societies.

At its core, advancing gender equality is not only a moral imperative—it is a foundation for sustainable development and lasting peace.

Today and every day, we stand with women and girls everywhere, amplifying their voices and supporting actions that create a more just and equitable world.

Rights must be protected.
Justice must be accessible.
Action must be sustained.

Yesterday, Life At Best Development Initiative (LABDI), alongside other partners, commemorated the International Day of Education 2026 under the theme “The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education.”

The event was attended by the Education in Emergencies Working Group, the Borno State Ministry of Education, other government stakeholders, and students ranging from secondary schools to higher institutions.

As part of the activities, a Spelling Bee competition was held, with winners going home with prizes, marking an important stepping stone in boosting their confidence, academic excellence, and love for learning.

A strategic panel discussion was also held. The discussion focused on the theme and highlighted the importance of meaningful child and youth participation, emphasizing that decisions affecting children should be made with them, not for them. The session reinforced the need to involve young people in key decision-making processes that shape their education and future.

At the end of the event, participants expressed renewed commitment to supporting inclusive, youth-led educational initiatives that empower children and young people as active partners in shaping resilient and sustainable education systems.

We closed our last project year on a truly encouraging note with a field visit from the Save the Children International Regional Director of Operations, Miyuki Sato, to our implementation sites in Magumeri LGA, Borno State.

Beyond the meetings and site tours, what stood out most was the opportunity to listen directly to communities and partners. Engaging with project beneficiaries and key Child Protection and Education stakeholders—including Community-Based Child Protection Committee members, School-Based Management Committee members, Head Teachers, Education Secretaries, and Quality Assurance Officers—provided her team and her first-hand insight into how the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD)-supported project is strengthening child protection systems and improving access to quality education at the community level.

These moments of shared learning reaffirm why community-centered programming remains at the heart of our work.

We sincerely appreciate Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD) for trusting Life at Best Development Initiative - LABDI's capacity to deliver impact, and we extend our gratitude to Save the Children International for their consistent guidance, partnership, and support.

As we step into a new year, LABDI remains committed to deepening impact, strengthening partnerships, and reaching even more lives with meaningful, sustainable interventions.

As we step into the New Year, we extend heartfelt gratitude to our donors, partners, dedicated staff, resilient communities, and valued beneficiaries.

Together, we strengthened hope, restored dignity, and created impact. Here’s to another year of collaboration, compassion, and positive change.

Happy New Year.