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ICRC reunites 729 separated children with families in Northeast
ICRC reunites 729 separated children with families in Northeast
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and National Red Crescent Society (NRCS) have reunited 729 separated children with members of their families in the Northeast.
About 24, 963 people were forced to leave their homes during the 13-year conflict in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe States.
These were disclosed in the 2022 ICRC Operational Facts and Figures dashboard, released yesterday (Tuesday) to journalists in Maiduguri, Borno State.
The ICRC Head of Delegation in Nigeria, Yann Bonzon, disclosed that conflict has forced people to leave their homes and continue to live in makeshift camps.
He noted that this led to many family members, including children separated from their parents and guardians during the conflict.
“The loved ones have gone missing, while their livelihoods were disrupted in the over a decade conflict in the Northeast,” he lamented.
On how the children were reunited, he disclosed that 4, 319 Red Cross messages were exchanged to re-establish contacts between separated family members with the help of ICRC and NRCS.
Continued; “About 1, 020 names of missing persons were broadcast on radio informing them that their family members were looking for them.
“There were also 672 pictures of persons looking for their missing family members in Borno, Adamawa, Gombe and Yobe States.”
He said the names of the missing persons were also published in photo booklets; to assist ICRC with the search process.
According to him, 812 phone calls between separated family members were also facilitated in reuniting 729 children with their family members.
ICRC reunites 729 separated children with families in Northeast
Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Incident in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 3 of Operation Enduring Peace intervened in a reported case of farm destruction caused by cattle grazing in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the troops responded at about 1:30 p.m. on May 19 following a report that farmland belonging to one Bitrus Isah had been damaged by cattle allegedly owned by one Abdul Abu at Rigochongo village.
On arrival at the scene, the troops reportedly intercepted 49 cows and nine sheep grazing on the farmland without any herder present.
The livestock were secured to prevent further destruction and escalation of tension in the community.
Security sources said both parties involved were subsequently invited for amicable resolution of the dispute in order to maintain peace and prevent reprisal actions.
Authorities added that the intervention formed part of ongoing efforts to manage farmer-herder-related conflicts and sustain harmony across communities in Plateau State.
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Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7, Sub-Sector 71 of Operation Enduring Peace have foiled a kidnapping attempt along a highway in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred at about 12:15 a.m. on May 21 when troops deployed at Ungwan Gora checkpoint responded to distress information on suspected kidnappers operating along the road at Ungwan Dariya village.
The troops reportedly moved swiftly to the location, forcing the suspected kidnappers to abandon their mission and flee into surrounding areas.
During the operation, one victim was rescued with injuries sustained during the attack.
The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital, Fadan Karshi, for medical treatment.
Security sources said efforts were ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while patrols had been intensified along the axis to prevent further incidents.
Troops Foil Kidnapping Attempt, Rescue Injured Victim in Kaduna
Suspected Kidnap Collaborator Dies in Custody After Arrest in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected collaborator of kidnappers has died after becoming unconscious while in military custody in Nasarawa State.
Security sources said troops of Sector 2 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) intercepted the suspect at about 7:00 a.m. on May 19 at Ancha community in Akwanga Local Government Area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended at Anguwan Makama following allegations of involvement in activities linked to kidnapping operations in the area.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly became unconscious.
He was immediately evacuated to Nunku Primary Health Care Centre for medical attention, where he was confirmed dead by health officials.
Sources added that the remains of the deceased were released to his family for burial in accordance with local customs.
Security authorities said further assessment would continue in line with standard procedures, while operations against kidnapping networks in the area remain ongoing.
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