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IOM seeks revalidation of National Action Plan to tackle issues of displacement
IOM seeks revalidation of National Action Plan to tackle issues of displacement
By: Michael Mike
The United Nations International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has promoted the need for the revalidation of the National Action Plan (NAP) to tackle issues that affect Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the country.
IOM Chief of IOM Mission in Nigeria, Mr. Laurent De Boeck, disclosed this in Abuja at the 7th National Humanitarian Coordination Technical Working Group (NHCTWG) meeting, to revalidate the NAP on IDPs in Nigeria.
De Boeck, who was represented by Head of Policy Governance Liaison and Support of IOM, Daniel Salmon at the event organised with support of the Swiss, Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation and in close coordination with IOM and WFP, described the national policy on IDPs as dynamic framework designed to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective coordination of humanitarian responses to IDPs.
According to him, the NAP undergoes regular joint reviews to adapt to evolving contexts and ensure continuous improvement, through inclusive and democratic processes.
De Boeck said, “What has been fantastic is the process of people from different parts of Nigeria, from the civil society, governments or international partners all coming together, to discuss the critical matters of internal displacement in Nigeria.
”There are more than three million IDPs in Nigeria. This document provides us roadmap to go beyond purely humanitarian assistance and look at how to constructively develop sustainable pathways for internal displacement.
“It sets out the obligations and responsibilities of each government entity under the national policy and relevant benchmarks, timelines and indicators to facilitate monitoring accountability.
“This document identifies the budgetary requirements for implementation of the national policy to enable necessary allocation and resources of the fund as a result of the collaborative and inclusive process.
“This involved input and feedback of various stakeholders, including line ministries, institutions, state authorities, UN agency, NGOs and displaced communities through technical working group meetings, bilateral consultations, focus group discussions and validation workshops.”
In separate interview, the Head of Nigeria Office/Field Director, International Public Opinion Research and Analysis,
Mubarak Yusuf, said three documents were reviewed for the revalidation.
He said the first document was the NAP on IDP policies, noting that no fewer than 200 participants who were engaged, participated in consulting throughout the process.
He said: “The NAP is trying to ensure that critical activities of the policy are outlined and this is a process seamlessly that have started right from August 2022 with a number of actors.
“What we are looking at particularly now is revalidating this document, Also, looking at it from framework of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and poverty alleviation, to measure what extent these activities will aid in alleviating poverty, particularly the vulnerable population.”
IOM seeks revalidation of National Action Plan to tackle issues of displacement
Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of 17 Brigade have arrested a suspected military impostor during a fighting patrol in Malumfashi Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect was apprehended at about 1:30 p.m. on July 4 by troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Malumfashi while conducting routine patrols within Malumfashi town.
According to the sources, the suspect was intercepted while wearing a woodland camouflage three-quarter short, raising suspicion among the troops.
A search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a fake Nigerian Army identity card, four Automated Teller Machine (ATM) cards, one woodland camouflage three-quarter short, a wristwatch and the sum of ₦17,000.
The suspect and the recovered exhibits are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing efforts to curb impersonation of security personnel and other criminal activities within the area.
Troops Arrest Suspected Military Impostor in Katsina
Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna
By Zagazola Makama
Troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kankomi have recovered 50 rustled cattle after repelling suspected cattle rustlers during an ambush operation in Chikun Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded to a distress call at about 9:55 a.m. on July 4 over the activities of suspected rustlers at Ungwan Gontu community.
According to the sources, the troops swiftly laid an ambush and made contact with the fleeing suspects, forcing them to abandon the stolen livestock and escape into the surrounding area.
During the operation, the troops recovered 50 rustled cattle, which were subsequently identified and handed over to their rightful owner.
Military sources said efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects as security operations continue to combat cattle rustling and other criminal activities across Kaduna State.
Troops Recover 50 Rustled Cattle, Repel Suspected Rustlers in Kaduna
Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist in Kogi, Suspect Confesses to Group Membership
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of 12 Brigade, in collaboration with Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Hybrid Forces, have arrested a suspected terrorist during an operation in Lokoja Local Government Area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded at about 1:00 p.m. on July 4 to reports of a confrontation between local residents and a suspected terrorist at a Ruga settlement behind Obajana community.
According to the sources, the troops swiftly intervened and arrested one suspect at the scene.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to being a member of a terrorist group led by an individual identified as Haruna, which allegedly operates within the Okene general area.
The suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing further investigation to establish the extent of his involvement and identify other members of the group.
Military sources said the arrest forms part of ongoing security operations aimed at dismantling terrorist and criminal networks across Kogi State.
Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist in Kogi, Suspect Confesses to Group Membership
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