By Naomi Sharang
Dr Lilian Omekara, Head of Operation and Financial Advisor of New Approach to Rural Programme has called for Federal and State Governments partnership to support Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).
She made the call on Wednesday, in Abuja, at the unveiling of a project Rescue Village Expo: Shelter and succour for all- accounting for and supporting children and adults in internal displacement .
Omekara who decried the state of accommodation of the IDPs said that government needed to ensure they make better tents for them to avoid health-related issues.
The way and manner IDPs live their life is somewhat worrisome. Yet, the society does not recognise the fact that the internally displaced persons once had a dream.
That is why we are calling for concerted efforts by governments, NGOs and communities to provide for the displaced persons.
As an NGO, we are willing and ready to work with states, communities and organisations that are ready and willing to partner with us and make sure people do not gnash their teeth for a long time over problems that can get solutions.
It doesnt take more than three hours to set up 20 tents. It is is doable, she said.
Also speaking, Chairman Benham Group, Dr Maurice Ibe said that the large number of IDPs in the country was a product of insecurity.
Ibe who was represented by the groups legal adviser Barr. Eric Ifeanyi commended the Rescue Village Initiative adding that situations and circumstances create opportunities.
It is a worthy course to get involved in, he said.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the UN says there are 3.2 million IDPs in Nigeria and in dire need of help.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Sadiya Hamza
Source: NAN News