INTERVENTION: ALGON Chairman Applauds NEMA Relief for Bissaula Victims, Urges Lasting Peace in Taraba.

By Jako Keke, July 30, 2026.

The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Taraba State Chapter, and Executive Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council, Hon. Moses Maihankali, has commended the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) for providing relief materials to victims of the previous communal crisis in Bissaula, Kurmi Local Government Area.

Maihankali described the intervention as timely and impactful, saying the assistance would ease the hardship faced by affected families and support their recovery from the aftermath of the crisis.

He explained that the communal clashes occurred before he assumed office as Chairman of Kurmi Local Government Council, noting that peace has since been restored through the collective efforts of government, security agencies, traditional rulers, community leaders and residents.

According to him, the return of normalcy has enabled residents to resume their daily activities, while the local council remains committed to sustaining the prevailing peace.

"The people have returned to their normal daily activities, and we remain committed to consolidating the peace we are currently enjoying," he said.

The ALGON Chairman praised NEMA for its swift humanitarian intervention, describing the gesture as a demonstration of the agency's commitment to alleviating the suffering of citizens affected by emergencies.

He appealed to the agency and other humanitarian organisations to extend similar interventions to other communities across Taraba State affected by communal conflicts and natural disasters, saying such support would further reduce the hardship experienced by vulnerable residents.

Maihankali also urged beneficiaries to make proper use of the relief materials, stressing that the items were meant to improve their welfare and assist them in rebuilding their lives.

He called on the people of Bissaula and neighbouring communities to continue embracing reconciliation, tolerance and peaceful coexistence, noting that enduring peace remains the foundation for sustainable development.

The council chairman reaffirmed the commitment of the Kurmi Local Government Council to promoting peace, unity and inclusive development, while pledging to continue working with relevant stakeholders to improve the welfare and security of residents across the local government area.

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