Reps urge FG to deploy troops to Borno, Kaduna over increasing attacks

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has urged the federal government to send additional troops to Borno and Kaduna states after a surge in armed group attacks, adopting urgent motions on behalf of affected constituencies. Lawmakers say the increased deployment is needed to protect communities and curb the escalating violence.

The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to deploy additional troops to communities in Borno and Kaduna States following recent attacks by armed groups. The resolution followed the adoption of motions of urgent public importance moved during Thursday’s plenary by lawmakers representing affected constituencies. A member representing Askira-Uba/Hawul Federal Constituency, Midala Balami, […] Reps urge FG to deploy troops to Borno, Kaduna over increasing attacks