Nigeria @63: Refugee Commission Distributes Palliatives in Three Abuja IDP Camps

Kuni Tyessi in Abuja

As part of activities marking the 63rd Independence anniversary of Nigeria, the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons has distributed palliatives and learning materials worth millions of naira to vulnerable persons.

The distribution was done at three Abuja Internally Displaced Persons’ (IDPs’) camps namely Durumi, Wassa and Karshi.

The federal commissioner, Tijjani Aliyu Ahmed who led the team as part of his first official assignment since resumption to office on September 19, noted that neglecting those in displacement could have profound social and economic consequences for both the displaced and their host communities.

He added that in the face of protracted displacement crises that often affect IDPs, it became needful to ensure access and assistance during such times.

“Our purpose is to distribute critical support in the form of agricultural inputs, educational supplies, and food care packs.

“As our nation celebrates its 63rd Independence Day, we renew our unwavering commitment to addressing the pressing needs of IDPs.

“Neglecting those in displacement can have profound social and economic consequences for both the displaced and their host communities.

“In the face of protracted displacement crises that often affect IDPs, ensuring access to assistance during such times is of utmost importance.

“In keeping with the Commission’s sustainable solutions strategy and our dedication to the well-being of host communities, we are proud to announce the provision of essential agricultural inputs.

“These initiatives aim to empower our displaced population, many of whom are skilled farmers, to rebuild their lives and livelihoods.

“Furthermore, we are equally committed to providing educational supplies to ensure that IDP children and adolescents have access to learning materials facilitating their educational growth and development.

“Additionally, we are distributing food care packs to alleviate immediate hunger’and provide much-needed sustenance to those in need” he said.