The National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons, NCFRMI, has conducted a medical outreach programme at the Kabusa Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp in Abuja. The initiative aimed to provide essential healthcare services to vulnerable individuals.
The commissioner, NCFRMI, Tijani Aliyu Ahmed disclosed this while marking independent day with IDPs and distribution of food items at the Kabusa IDPs camp. He said the outreach was to improve the health and well-being of IDPs, addressing the critical need for accessible healthcare services.
According to him, these was to establish sustainable healthcare solutions, strengthen healthcare infrastructure, and to enhance IDPs’ quality of life.
“This medical outreach demonstrates the commission’s commitment to supporting vulnerable populations and promoting healthcare access for all”.
He said, “Beyond providing medical outreach, food, and clothing, they’re focusing on empowering IDPs through skill acquisition and training programs.
The commission aims to provide durable solutions, not just temporary fixes.”
Ahmed explained that the commission is also working to establish settlement cities and provide land for farming projects in states like Nasarawa, Borno, and Plateau. Their goal is to teach IDPs how to “catch fish,” not just rely on aid.
“The National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, is working to support IDPs in Nigeria through various initiatives. One such program is in Nasarawa State, Borno, and Plateau, where they aim to cultivate 1000 hectares of land to provide sustainable livelihoods for IDPs. This project is a collaboration between the commission and the Minister of Agriculture.
“To address healthcare needs, the commission plans to establish a mini-clinic specifically for diabetes care in Kabusa and Wasa. This decision was made after identifying the need for better healthcare services during a visit to Kabusa.
“The commission has also built a settlement city for IDPs and is working to evacuate them to the nearest center. Education is another key area of focus, with primary schools established in Wasa and plans to build another in Kabusa.
“The National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons is taking proactive steps to support IDPs in Nigeria. To prevent children from roaming aimlessly and potentially getting into trouble, the commission has established primary schools in Wasa and plans to open another in Kabusa. This initiative ensures that children receive education and training, setting them on a positive path,” he informed.
“The commission’s core mandate includes protecting and maintaining IDPs, refugees, and migrants, which is a federal government responsibility. To achieve this, they’re focusing on skill acquisition centers in six geopolitical zones. In fact, they’ll soon launch the Skilled Acquisition Center for the North Central zone in Niger State,” he added.
He said by providing education and skills training, the commission aims to empower IDPs, especially children, to build better futures, adding that this holistic approach addresses the needs of vulnerable populations, ensuring they receive support beyond just basic necessities.
Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas said, “As we celebrate Nigeria’s Independence Day and my birthday, I chose to spend it with you, acknowledging the struggles you face. I want to express gratitude for your patience, support, and faith in our government.
“We recognise the hardships and challenges you endure, and we’re committed to addressing them. Poverty alleviation remains a top priority. We will do everything possible to bring relief and hope to your lives”.
