Mr Ribadu commended the governors of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe for creating an enabling environment in their respective states for the project’s first phase.
“The standard practice was for troops to be notified prior to any movement of IDPs beyond the permissible distance of five to seven kilometres from their camp,” said the DHQ.
He stated that the adjustment is because of the fasting period, adding that “schools should now close by noon instead of 1:30 p.m.”
The North-East Development Commission has announced plans to introduce Electronic Vehicles to ease intra- and inter-state transportation challenges.
Mr Zulum also called for measures to address economic disparity among citizens in tackling insecurity.
EFCC said that the Maiduguri zonal command intercepted the trucks at major exit routes along Kalabiri/Gamboru Ngala and Bama roads, Borno State.
The MD reiterated the commitment of NEDC to its mandates, including empowering youths and providing jobs.
“The gallant troops are presently exploiting their success in pursuit of the routed insurgents,” said the Nigerian Army.
Mr Zulum said the beneficiary households were drawn from two IDP camps – 197 from Kawar Maila camp and 250 from Dalori town.
Mr Zulum implored traditional rulers, clerics and citizens to observe a one-day voluntary fast on Monday.
