The National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons has donated relief materials to victims of banditry in Zamfara State.
A statement on Friday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said Lawal received the items when he visited the Commissions headquarters.
According to the statement, the Federal Commissioner of the National Commission for Refugee, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons, Tijjani Aliyu Ahmed, received the governor.
The statement said, “the purpose of Governor Lawal’s visit to the National Commission for Refugee, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons was to explore additional ways to assist those affected by banditry in Zamfara State.
“During the visit, Governor Lawal appealed to the Commission to prioritise Zamfara due to the ongoing insecurity and dire need for humanitarian assistance.
“He requested that the Honourable Commissioner consider extending the refugee resettlement cities constructed in Gusau to other zones of the state.
“Furthermore, due to limited resources, the Governor emphasised the need for partnership and collaboration in mitigating the suffering of over 2000 refugees in Zamfara.
While responding, the Honourable Commissioner reassured of the Commission’s commitment to continuous support for persons of concern in Zamfara and other states battling insecurity.
The Federal Commissioner commended the Zamfara Governor for being the first Executive to visit the Commission since he assumed office.
“I sincerely thank you. This shows your high level of commitment.
“It is an honour that you have taken the time to visit us which demonstrates your commitment to the well-being of your people.
“We have heard your request for additional support.
“As a result, the Commission will ensure that you do not leave empty-handed.”
Some of the items Lawal received included bags of rice, cartons of spaghetti, semovita, farming tools, computers, industrial sewing machines, cobbling machines, exercise books and whiteboards, among others.
