Senate Investigates Adamawa Attacks, Orders Relief Aid

The Nigerian Senate has initiated an investigation into the recent violent attacks in Adamawa, which have left many residents displaced. The motion was sponsored by Senator Bino Dauda Yaro, who raised alarms about the assaults in the Kwa Gyakan, Rigang, Waduku, and Tchobo communities, where gunmen on motorcycles have terrorized defenseless residents.

Despite the implementation of a dusk-to-dawn curfew and the deployment of security personnel, violence continues to persist. During the Senate's deliberation, it was mandated that the Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence investigate the situation to end the attacks and restore stability.

The lawmakers also directed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide urgent humanitarian assistance to those displaced by the violence. The chamber observed a minute of silence in honor of the victims, with Senator Amo Yohanna describing the situation as sad and noting that the crisis has persisted for years.

The motion was unanimously adopted during the plenary session presided over by Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau.