UN: North-west Violence Forces 23,000 Nigerians into Niger Republic via thisdaylive
The United Nations High Commission for Refugees has said the ongoing violence in North-western Nigeria forced some 23,000 Nigerians to seek safety in Niger Republic in April.
“Fearing and fleeing the same insecurity in the border areas, an additional 19,000 Niger nationals have become displaced inside their own country,” he added. “The deadliest attack claimed 47 lives in Kankara, Danmusa and Dutsinma Local Government areas of Katsina State and prompted airstrikes by the Nigerian Armed Forces,” he added.
He added that the new arrivals are in urgent need of water, food and access to health services, as well as shelter and clothing, noting that many were barely able to carry anything in the rush to save lives. He noted that UNHCR has been present at the onset, adding that the emergency response focused on protection and life-saving activities, including registration, protection and border monitoring, education, health, shelter as well as water and sanitation.
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