Boko Haram attacks: Reps Call For Urgent Military Deployment To Borno Communities By Saheed Badmus

Boko Haram attacks: Reps Call For Urgent Military Deployment To Borno Communities

By Saheed Badmus

Nigerian House of Representatives has called on Federal Government to urgently deploy adequate military and paramilitary personnel to areas recently affected by Boko Haram attacks.

Worried by the incessant Boko Haram attacks in some villages in Borno State recently, the House of Representatives has urged the federal government to urgently deploy adequate military and paramilitary personnel to areas recently affected by Boko Haram attacks.

Adopting a motion of urgent national importance moved by Hon. Midala Usman Balami representing Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency of Borno State on Thursday, the House noted that priority should be given to Mussa Ward, Leho, Pubagu, Kwajaffa, Harang Villages, and other affected communities across Borno State and to ensure safe rescue of the abducted persons and reunite them with their families.

Worried by the incessant Boko Haram attacks in some villages in Borno State recently, the House also called on the Chief of Defence Staff and other security agencies to intensify surveillance and establish permanent security outposts in the affected areas and mandate the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA and relevant bodies to provide immediate relief and humanitarian assistance to victims.

While leading debate on the general principles of the motion, Hon. Balami noted with grave concern the persistent and escalating attacks on communities within Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency, particularly in Mussa Ward, Leho, Pubagu, Kwajaffa, Harang Villages, and many other affected communities too numerous to mention.

He also noted with deep concern the recent abduction of about 20 persons along Biu-Buratai-Damaturu Road last week including women and children, leaving families and loved ones in distress and uncertainty.

The lawmaker further noted that the attacks have resulted in the tragic loss of lives, displacement of families, and destruction of homes, farmlands, and livelihoods.

Borno State Federal lawmaker expressed worry that the continuous violence has created fear, disrupted socio-economic activities, and undermined peace and stability in the constituency.

Following a thorough debate on the general principles of the motion, majority of members at plenary unanimously adopted its prayers.