The Nigerian Senate has urged security agencies to quickly boost their surveillance and operational efforts.
They want more security posts and camps established along the borders of Taraba, Plateau, and Bauchi states.
This call follows a spike in violence and banditry in these regions.
The demand came during a plenary session triggered by a motion of urgent national importance from Senator Isa Shuaibu Lau (Taraba North).
The motion highlighted a violent clash between farmers and herders in Munga Lelau and Maigami villages, located in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba.
The crisis, which began on Friday, the 23rd of May, 2025, extended through the weekend. It claimed between 60 to 70 lives and destroyed 47 houses. More than 200 people were forced to flee their homes. The Senate described the violence as a series of linked reprisals and escalations between farmers and herders.
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Most affected residents escaped to makeshift camps around Karim Lamido and Lau, worsening conditions for the already struggling community.
Local lawmakers expressed deep concern about the rising insecurity in Karim Lamido.
They pointed out that its proximity to Plateau and Bauchi states has made it vulnerable. Bandits have turned Karim Lamido into a base for their illegal activities due to the weak security presence.
Senator Lau warned that ongoing attacks are devastating local economies, displacing communities, and threatening peace in the region.
In response, the Senate called on the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the North-East Development Commission (NEDC) to swiftly deliver humanitarian aid and essential supplies to those affected.