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Borno begins closure of temporary idp camps in maiduguri and Jere flood areas
Borno begins closure of temporary idp camps in maiduguri and Jere flood areas
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The Borno state government has commenced closures of temporary internally displaced peoples (IDP) camp created for residents displaced by flood.
A source within the Borno health sector partners told this reporter that closure and merger of camps have started today to enable people return to their homes after the water goes down.
He said that the government made this decision to discourage residents not affected coming to swell the camps and creating tension for those who are already traumatized by the tragedy.
” All camps (apart from Gubio, Bakasi and Teachers Village) will be closed by Thursday 19th September 2024. Gubio, Bakasi and Teachers Village will continue to operate for the next one week, or 2 weeks maximum.” He hinted.
In another development, the Borno State Government is providing N10,000 one pay-off, 25kg of rice and 1 carton of spaghetti per individual IDP affected by the flood tragedy to go home.
“Families without a place to relocate to will temporarily be moved to Gubio, Bakasi and Teachers Village camps.
“The government will, on eventual closure of Gubio, Bakasi and Teachers Village, give N100,000 to each IDP family for recovery.” He said.
On mapping and assessments, the source noted that the government is conducting a mapping and assessment exercise of areas that were damaged by the floods to guide the plans to relocate some of the affected IDPs when the 3 camps are eventually closed.
” Humanitarian partners are conducting similar assessments. The exercise must be coordinated with the government on the drivers seat.
Additionally ” the world health organization (WHO) pointed out that the mapping should carefully be done in consideration of the upcoming cholera vaccination in Borno.
“The WHO has actually received 500,000 doses of cholera vaccine to be administered in the general area where the flood affected.”
The Borno government has stooped direct distribution of cash and non food items (NFIs) to IDPs by humanitarian partners.
Instead, partners are urged to share with the government the stock of NFIs and cash that they would like to distribute to IDPs, then, the government will consolidate and distribute same.
Data and information management
Henceforth, all data will be consolidated and shared out by the government.
Meanwhile the Commissioner of information Usman Tar has said that about 40 percent of the camps have received their palliatives and would be expected to go home soon.
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Borno begins closure of temporary idp camps in maiduguri and Jere flood areas
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Reverend Dachomo insist “I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel… but I found Jesus”
Reverend Dachomo insist “I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel… but I found Jesus”
By: Zagazola Makama
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, has again recounted his past life of crime and subsequent spiritual transformation, attributing his change to his Christian faith.
Dachomo made the disclosure during a religious gathering, where he shared his personal testimony of repentance and renewal.
“I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel in this village, a wanderer in this village. That is my testimony,” he said.
The pastor also claimed involvement in criminal activities in his earlier years.
“When I say 1980, it is our gang that robbed a bank, and the person that led that operation is my best friend,” he said.
He explained that his life took a new direction after he embrace Jesus during the robbery.
“When I submitted myself to Jesus, who is my Saviour, I allowed Him to control my life, and Jesus forgave my sin. I am a new person in Christ Jesus,” he said.
However, Dachomo has come under relentless attacks with many asking the authorities to investigate his confession and prosecuting him for his past criminality.
They accused him of infighting fire in the already existing crises between farmers and herders in the state especially when he was openly heard asking the youths to go to WAR.
Reverend Dachomo insist “I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel… but I found Jesus”
Troops foil cattle rustling, recover 84 livestock in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have foiled a cattle rustling attempt and recovered 84 livestock in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
A military source said the operation was carried out by troops of 4 Division Demonstration Battalion deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Dumbi.
The source disclosed that the troops responded at about 5:30 a.m. on March 27 to credible intelligence on cattle rustling activities at Pan Daudu settlement.
“Following the information, troops swiftly mobilised and laid ambush at a suspected crossing point between Lamban Zango and Monday Market in Igabi Local Government Area,” the source said.
He added that the suspected rustlers, on approaching the ambush site, abandoned the livestock and fled the scene.
“The terrorists, upon sighting the troops’ position, fled in disarray, abandoning 84 rustled livestock,” he said.
According to him, the recovered animals were subsequently handed over to their rightful owners.
Troops foil cattle rustling, recover 84 livestock in Kaduna
Troops arrest 14 suspects in cordon-and-search operation in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation Hadin Kai, have arrested 14 suspects during a cordon-and-search operation in Bama Local Government Area of Borno.
Sources said the operation, conducted by troops of 21 Special Armoured Brigade, followed credible intelligence on the activities of a suspected terrorist and kidnapper identified as Baba Ali.
The sources disclosed that the operation took place at about 2:20 p.m. on March 25 at Ngurosoye village, where the suspect was being tracked through intercepted communications.
During the operation, troops apprehended 14 suspects at the location where the tracked calls were received.
Two bags of fertiliser, suspected to be for illicit use, were also recovered from the scene.
The suspects are currently in military custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops arrest 14 suspects in cordon-and-search operation in Borno
Reverend Dachomo insist “I was a notorious criminal in this village, a drug cartel… but I found Jesus”
Troops foil cattle rustling, recover 84 livestock in Kaduna
Troops arrest 14 suspects in cordon-and-search operation in Borno
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