About 475 households and 2,390 people from four different communities within Mafa Ward in Tarmuwa Local Government of Yobe State have been displaced due to attacks by Boko Haram insurgents
The Executive Secretary of the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (YOSEMA), Dr. Mohammed Goje, who disclosed this said, the affected communities include Mafa, Bangaro, Ngoyo, and Billiri communities in the LGA.
He said the displaced persons are currently being housed in various locations within Babban Gida Town, the capital of Tarmuwa LGA.
“The Yobe SEMA team, in collaboration with several partners, is conducting a rapid assessment to address the immediate needs of the displaced persons.
“The initial focus will be on providing essential food items, non-food items (such as mattresses, blankets, mosquito nets, mats, buckets, and dignity kits), and ensuring the safety and dignity of those affected.”
He said the National Emergency Management Agenmcy (NEMA) has provided shelter in an emergency response to the recent displacement in Mafa community of Tarmuwa LGA as a result of attack by suspected Boko Haram members.
The Executive Secretary said SEMA team visited the temporary site where displaced persons are currently sheltered, following the recent unfortunate incident of attack in Mafa town.
He said two persons were killed in the incident and displacement of survivors as well.
