Commissioner For Humanitarian Affairs Pledges More Support For Refugees In Cross River State

Commissioner For Humanitarian Affairs Pledges More Support For Refugees In Cross River State

In a significant move towards supporting refugees and host communities, the Honourable Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs in Cross River State, Mrs. Helen Isamoh-Egodo, PhD, actively participated in a conference organized by the UNHCR in collaboration with the Global Refugees Forum, the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and other key partners, during which she pledged the Cross River State Government's support for refugees, IDPs and other vulnerable individuals in the state. The event focused on the 'Global Compact on Refugees).

Expressing gratitude towards UNHCR, the Commissioner emphasized the crucial role of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation in refugee management. She explained that since its establishment in August this year, the ministry has prioritized safeguarding, protection, and social assistance for vulnerable individuals, including refugees and IDPs in the state.

She highlighted the ministry's commitment to alleviating the burdens faced by refugees and ensuring their well-being. The commissioner stressed the importance of addressing refugees' basic needs through sustainable engagement, including livelihoods, food, and financial assistance. She urged collective efforts to embrace and provide for refugees, emphasizing the significance of human comfort and the need for a united approach to replace their current challenges with relief and support.

" ...I want to commend the UNCHR for organizing this workshop on Global Compact on Refugees.Our ministry, is assigned with the responsibility of providing protection and social assistance to all vulnerable people, including the refugees and the IDPs and I am particularly excited about his Excellency, Sen. Prince Bassey Otu's commitment to the welfare of refugees in the state. Apart from the fact that he has provided palliative for refugees, their welfare has also been captured in the state budget."

The event was attended by the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Peter  Odey, Honourable Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Dr Helen I. Egodo,  Commissioner for International Development and other government Functionaries,  Directors, and other stakeholders.

Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs,

Cross River State