Food security goes beyond filling empty plates, it restores dignity, protects health, and nurtures peace. When families are well-nourished, they are empowered to live in harmony, not hardship. Ensuring access to food gives children the chance to grow strong, families the means to flourish, and communities the foundation to stand united in peace and progress.
On October 18th, 2025, Lagos Food Bank Initiative will partner with Kuda Microfinance Bank through the Temporary Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) to support resilient families facing food insecurity in Makoko community, Lagos State.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:
Makoko is a large, informal waterfront settlement in Lagos, Nigeria, often called the “Venice of Africa” due to its iconic stilted homes built on the lagoon. It is a multi-ethnic, low-income community where residents primarily engage in fishing, fish processing, and boat making.
ABOUT THE PARTNER:
Kuda, also known as Kuda Technologies Limited, is a Microfinance Bank and fintech company operating in Nigeria and the UK. It was founded by Babs Ogundeyi and Musty Mustapha in 2019. The company initially began as Kudimoney, or “the bank of the free”, an online-only savings and lending platform.
GOAL
To reduce hunger and improve nutritional outcomes among vulnerable populations.
OBJECTIVES
- Provide food assistance to households experiencing food insecurity.
- Distribute food items that can sustain a family of four for 2–4 weeks.
Date: October 18, 2025.
Location: Makoko Community.