Reps To Investigate Ongoing Security Lapses In North-East
•••Seek Military Intervention, Humanitarian Aid For Adamawa Communities Ravaged By Violence
•By Admin
ABUJA – The House of Representatives has resolved to launch an investigation into the persistent security lapses in Nigeria’s North-East region, with particular attention to the Madagali and Michika areas of Adamawa State, following recent deadly attacks that claimed lives and led to the abduction of several residents.
This decision came after lawmakers adopted a motion of urgent national importance moved by Hon. Zakaria Nyampa, who expressed deep concern over the rising tide of violence plaguing his constituency.
While presenting the motion during Thursday’s plenary, Hon. Nyampa highlighted the deteriorating security situation in Madagali and Michika. He referenced the latest assaults on Dar and Pambla communities, where unidentified gunmen killed at least five individuals and kidnapped numerous others, including women and children.
“These incessant killings are a painful reminder of how exposed and unprotected my people have become,” Nyampa stated. “What they desperately need is not mere words of consolation, but immediate and concrete steps to safeguard their lives and restore hope.”
The lawmaker stressed that the continued absence of a structured and lasting security presence in the area has made local communities, primarily composed of farmers, easy targets, resulting in widespread displacement and hardship.
He warned that the violence is not only inflicting loss of life but also undermining food production and worsening the region’s already dire humanitarian situation.
Nyampa further noted that the attackers have grown more daring due to the apparent delay or lack of timely response by security forces, allowing the cycle of bloodshed to continue.
In a show of respect, the House observed a minute of silence in memory of the victims of the latest attacks.
In its resolutions, the House urged the Chief of Defence Staff, the Inspector General of Police, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) to deploy a joint task force of military and police personnel to Madagali. It also called for the establishment of a permanent Forward Operating Base in the area to deter future attacks and stabilise the region.
Additionally, lawmakers appealed to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to immediately deliver emergency aid to those displaced by the violence. This includes the provision of temporary housing, food relief, medical care, and psychosocial support for traumatised individuals.
The House also proposed the designation of Madagali and Michika as high-priority security zones and urged the Federal Government to initiate holistic post-conflict recovery efforts to rebuild affected communities and support victims.
To ensure accountability, the House tasked its Joint Committees on National Security and Intelligence, Defence, and Police Affairs with carrying out a comprehensive probe into the recurring attacks. The committees are expected to report back with findings and recommendations within two weeks.
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