3 h. ago Zamfara Govt Commends Partners, Demands More Aid For Displaced Persons

The Zamfara State government on Thursday appealed for increased humanitarian support to assist thousands of internally displaced persons (IDPs). It also called for aid to reach vulnerable families across the state. The call was made by the Commissioner for Humanitarian and Relief Matters, Salisu Musa Tsafe, in a statement issued by the ministry’s Director of […] The post Zamfara Govt Commends Partners, Demands More Aid For Displaced Persons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Gwoza Community Seeks Security Guarantees For Residents, IDP Camps

A group of concerned natives of Gwoza local government area of Borno State has called on the federal government to provide security guarantees and address the plight of displaced persons, refugees and abducted relatives who have suffered since the Boko Haram insurgency began in 2013. Speaking during a press conference yesterday in Abuja, spokesperson of […]

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8 d. ago BIPC integrates IDPS/refugees into business model, graduates 6 interns

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC) has graduated the first batch of six Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and refugees under its newly launched Business Model initiative, aimed at equipping displaced persons with skills and economic support. The graduation ceremony, held at the company’s corporate headquarters in Makurdi, marked what […] The post BIPC integrates IDPS/refugees into business model, graduates 6 interns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Commission Launches Beauty Pageant To Promote Safe, Regular Migration

The federal government has unveiled a new beauty pageant initiative, tagged Miss Migration Pageantry, designed to promote safe and regular migration while curbing the dangers of irregular journeys abroad. The project, launched on Monday in Abuja through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) and […]

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1 week ago Flood kills 231 Nigerians, 114 declared missing, 113,367 persons displaced so far — NEMA

Tribune Online Flood kills 231 Nigerians, 114 declared missing, 113,367 persons displaced so far — NEMA The dashboard also showed that 113,367 persons were displaced while 607 persons sustained various degree of injuries Flood kills 231 Nigerians, 114 declared missing, 113,367 persons displaced so far — NEMA Tribune Online

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1 week ago Nigeria Red Cross calls for support to address humanitarian challenges

Tribune Online Nigeria Red Cross calls for support to address humanitarian challenges The Nigeria Red Cross Society (NRCS) has called for support to address the growing humanitarian challenges in the country, as it emphasized the need for collective action to help vulnerable populations, including displaced persons, orphans, and those affected by poverty and hunger. The President of the NRCS, Oluyemisi Adeaga made the call at the investiture […] Nigeria Red Cross calls for support to address humanitarian challenges Tribune Online

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2 w. ago U.S. donates $32.5m for food, nutrition aid to 764,000 displaced persons in Nigeria

The United States Government has committed $32.5 million to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to provide critical food read more U.S. donates $32.5m for food, nutrition aid to 764,000 displaced persons in Nigeria

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2 w. ago Alleged diversion of N4bn: Yelewata writes Gov. Alia, demands accountability

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Amid allegations of embezzlement of N4 billion donations to victims of June 13 attacks by armed herdsmen, Yelewata Community in Benue State has called for accountability and transparent utilisation of the funds. The demand is coming as some displaced persons at the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) have accused the state government […] The post Alleged diversion of N4bn: Yelewata writes Gov. Alia, demands accountability appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue IDPs lament snake bites as 14 year old latest victim convulses

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Agagbe camps in Gwer West Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State are said to have suffered snake bite between January and August 2025. An IDP from a camp in Agagbe, Jacob Ibaah, who spoke to newsmen on Sunday said not fewer than  IDPs have suffered […] The post Benue IDPs lament snake bites as 14 year old latest victim convulses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue attacks: Over 50 IDP women benefit from RACE, GERI empowerment scheme

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Over 50 women from Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps and host communities in Benue State have benefited from skills acquisition training designed to empower women in conflict-affected communities. The scheme, which is under the “Promoting Women’s Economic Empowerment/Resilient Project (POWER),” meaning “Tahav” in Tiv language, is implemented by the Centre for […] The post Benue attacks: Over 50 IDP women benefit from RACE, GERI empowerment scheme appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Niger Government Shuts Down Mokwa IDPs Camp Over Security Concerns

The Niger State Government  has ordered the closure of an Internally displaced persons (IDPs) camp in Mokwa Town, citing security threats and allegations that the facility was being used for illicit activities endangering the host community. According to Nigerian Tribune, the temporary camp was originally constructed by the Nigerian Red Cross Society as an emergency […] The post Niger Government Shuts Down Mokwa IDPs Camp Over Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago DSS files charges against nine suspects over Benue, Plateau massacres

Tribune Online DSS files charges against nine suspects over Benue, Plateau massacres The attacks left over 40 persons dead, many others injured, and hundreds displaced in both states. DSS files charges against nine suspects over Benue, Plateau massacres Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Benue, Plateau Killings: DSS Files Criminal Charge Against 9 Suspects

The Department of State Services (DSS), on Thursday, filed a criminal charge against nine suspects allegedly linked to the recent deadly attacks on Yelwata, Guma local government area of Benue State, and also parts of neighbouring Plateau State. The attacks left over 40 persons dead and several others injured. Many were also displaced in both […]

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3 w. ago NANS hails foundation’s commitment to empowering children in poor communities, IDPs’ camps

By Zika Bobby The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended Evergreen Initiative and its founder, Alli-Bob Cinwon, for their impactful summer school empowerment programme. The programme, designed for children in Internally Displaced Persons’ (IDPs) camps and underserved communities, has been a beacon of hope for Nigeria’s most vulnerable children. For eight years, Evergreen […] The post NANS hails foundation’s commitment to empowering children in poor communities, IDPs’ camps appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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