…seek Urgent Relief for Displaced Residents
By Gloria Ikibah
The House of Representatives has called for urgent intervention to halt the recurring violence between the Karinjo and Wurkun communities in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, following renewed clashes that have claimed lives, displaced residents and destroyed property worth millions of naira. 
The call was sequel to the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance by Rrp. Mohammed Audu, who warned that the escalating conflict was deepening a humanitarian crisis in the affected communities.
Moving the motion before the House, Audu said violence erupted once again between the two communities on May 29, 2026, resulting in the deaths of five people, injuries to several others and widespread destruction of homes, farm produce and livestock.
According to him, the latest outbreak of hostilities has compounded existing security challenges in the area, particularly attacks by armed bandits operating around the border communities linking Taraba, Plateau, Bauchi and Gombe states.
The lawmaker disclosed that more than 100 people had been displaced from their homes as a result of the clashes and growing insecurity, forcing many families to seek refuge in neighbouring communities.
He noted that residents of areas such as Salakan had been rendered homeless and exposed to further risks, with many struggling to access clean water and other basic necessities.
Audu also expressed concern over the worsening humanitarian situation facing the victims, many of whom depend on farming for survival.
He said the destruction of farmlands, crops and livestock had deprived affected families of their primary means of livelihood, while communities including Mutun Daya, Bambur Zailani, Didango, Andami and Mayo-Gauri were now hosting large numbers of displaced persons.
The House was told that the growing influx of refugees into these communities was placing additional pressure on already limited resources and increasing the urgency for government intervention.
Lawmakers subsequently urged the Federal Government and relevant security agencies to take immediate steps to restore peace in the affected communities and prevent further loss of lives and property.
The House also called on the National Emergency Management Agency and other humanitarian agencies to provide emergency relief materials and support to displaced families affected by the violence.
Members stressed the need for enhanced security operations in Karim-Lamido and surrounding border communities, alongside measures aimed at addressing the root causes of the recurring conflict.
The motion received broad support from lawmakers, who described the situation as a serious threat to peace, food security and socio-economic stability in the area.
The House is expected to engage relevant authorities to ensure prompt intervention and long-term solutions to the crisis.
