Following a series of deadly attacks in Riyom communities that displaced many residents, the Dachung Musa Bagos Foundation has extended humanitarian support to victims at the Riyom IDP Camp, located in the Riyom Community Hall.
The foundation’s intervention included a medical outreach to address urgent health needs, as well as advocacy sessions aimed at giving displaced persons a voice and hope for recovery. Relief materials such as rice, maize, sanitary pads, and clothes were distributed, alongside free barbing and hair-making services for the IDPs.
According to Alpha Ezekiel Dahi, Programme Manager for the Dachung Musa Bagos Foundation, the visit to the Riyom IDP Camp was prompted by urgent needs observed during an earlier visit by Hon. Dachung Musa Bagos. The poor state of the camp and the lack of basic welfare inspired a joint effort with the Foundation to provide relief and medical support.
He explained that the outreach included cleaning and sanitizing the camp in partnership with the Plateau State Environmental Protection Agency (PEPSA), alongside providing medical services. The team also distributed the relief materials, and offered free barbing and hairdressing services to the displaced persons.
Dahi noted that the supplies may not last beyond two weeks due to the camp’s large population. He called on the government, individuals, and organizations to step in, stressing that even one square meal a day would make a significant difference for the IDPs.
Da Gwom Rwei of Riyom, HRH Da Sam Jok, commended the Dachung Musa Bagos Foundation for its humanitarian gesture in supporting the IDPs. He said the donation was a thoughtful act that would bring relief to many in need and called on other stakeholders to also extend similar assistance to the victims.
The traditional ruler received the relief materials on behalf of the beneficiaries and formally handed them over to the IDP camp officials for distribution.
During the outreach, Dr. Dalyop Mwantiyi from the Department of Public Safety and Health Services praised Hon. Dachung Bagos for organizing the program to assist IDPs with their health needs. He said the initiative was a timely effort to improve the well-being of displaced persons.
He observed that many elderly people suffer from hypertension, while children are mostly affected by malaria. Middle-aged individuals often have peptic ulcer disease, and some children showed signs of malnutrition. The team provided drugs including anti-hypertensives, anti-malaria medication, antibiotics, and ulcer kits.
Also, Nrs. Fidelis Teyei Jennifer shared that many health issues stem from lack of adequate food, as some patients’ conditions were worsened by poor nutrition. She called on stakeholders across Plateau State to support displaced communities, noting that many are unaware of the severity of their own health challenges.
Nigerian Red Cross volunteer Chundung Dauda Dyek thanked the Dachung Musa Bagos Foundation for supporting Riyom IDP camp, saying the gesture shows true concern for the displaced and noting that such help from donors, groups, and agencies like SEMA is vital in addressing camp needs.
IDP Ngo Esther Ibrahim appreciated the Dachung Musa Bagos Foundation for supporting them for the second time, praying for God to open more doors for Hon. Bagos and grant his desires. She appealed for the foundation to keep assisting them and pleaded for help in securing a place to live.
This gesture brought much-needed comfort to the affected families, many of whom are still struggling to rebuild their lives after the violence.
