More than 20,000 refugees who fled the Republic of Cameroon are currently seeking asylum in Taraba State.
This is as a result of the crisis rocking the Nigeria North-Western and South-Western regions of the Central African country.
The Cameroonians have been camping in Kurmi, Gashaka, Sardauna, Takum and Ussa local government areas of the state.
The refugees had appealed to the Taraba government and the Federal Government to assist in alleviating their sufferings.
Although worried about the security crisis rocking Taraba, the state governor, Agbu Kefas, has assured the refugees of their safety and protection pending the return of peace in their country.
Represented by his deputy in a recent meeting, the governor promised to do his best to foster peaceful coexistence between the two neighbours.
The meeting is expected to draw recommendations that will facilitate a seamless integration of humanitarian services to refugees and vulnerable community members in line with global best practices on refugees.
