A delegation from the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) visited the Benue State Government in Nigeria to discuss key issues affecting refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the state. The UNHCR team, led by Ms. Irene Omondi, Head of Sub-Office, UNHCR, Ogoja, met with the Benue State Deputy Governor, Dr. Sam Ode, at Government House in Makurdi. During the meeting, the Deputy Governor expressed appreciation for the UNHCR's ongoing support and assured the agency of the state government's commitment to working closely together to address the challenges faced by refugees and IDPs in Benue State [e6252a59].
This visit comes as part of the UNHCR's pledge to support the Benue State Government in resettling IDPs in the state. The UNHCR's commitment to assisting with the resettlement efforts demonstrates the organization's dedication to providing aid and support to those affected by forced displacement. By working closely with the state government, the UNHCR aims to ensure the successful reintegration of IDPs into their communities and the restoration of their livelihoods [e6252a59].
Cameroonian refugees in Nigeria are predominantly from the North-West and South-West regions of Cameroon, which have been affected by the conflict between the government and activists calling for the secession of these Anglophone regions. The arrival of Cameroonian refugees in Nigeria has added complexity to the existing humanitarian situation in the country. The UNHCR's support in resettling Cameroonian refugees in Benue State will contribute to addressing the challenges faced by these refugees and provide them with the necessary assistance for their successful reintegration into their new communities [3629c7a8].