LAFIA – The Nasarawa State Government on Wednesday distributed relief materials to displaced persons, who sought refuge in the state as a result of communal crisis in neighboring Plateau.
Reports that Mr Benjamin Akwash, Director-General, Nasarawa State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), supervised the distribution in Assakio, Lafia Local Government Area on Wednesday.
Speaking, Akwash said the distribution of relief materials was in response to the influx of displaced persons from Plateau, who have been forced to flee their homes due to insecurity.
According to him, the gesture is part of Gov. Abdullahi Sule’s administration efforts to cushion the hardship being faced by the victims during this difficult time.
Akwash, appealed to communities in the state to support the government in maintaining peace and security.
Also, Mr Jeremiah Ishaleku, Administrator, Lafia East Development Area, thanked the governor for the gesture and pledged to ensure fair distribution of the items
Ishaleku noted that the people of the area have a cordial relationship with their neighbours in Plateau, which was why the displaced persons felt safe seeking refuge in the area.
He called on host communities to sustain the existing peace.
On their part, the village head of Jibel, Mr Inusa Yarima, and some beneficiaries expressed gratitude to Gov. Sule for the relief materials and appealed for collaboration between Nasarawa and Plateau states to improve security in the area.
Reports that the relief materials distributed included bags of rice, maize, millet and garri, cartons of seasoning and detergents amongst others. (NAN)
