Under the impactful leadership of Dr. Mohammed G. Alkali, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), the Commission has delivered critical relief materials to more than 1,000 families affected by the devastating Boko Haram attack on Guyaku and Mijilu communities in Gombi and Hong Local Government Areas of Adamawa State.
The April 26, 2026 attack claimed several lives, displaced hundreds of residents, and left many homes and livelihoods destroyed. In response, the Commission swiftly intervened with humanitarian assistance aimed at easing the suffering of victims and supporting their recovery.
The relief package included:
1,000 bundles of zinc roofing sheets
3,000 ceiling boards
200 cartons of nails
1,000 blankets
1,000 branded mats
500 bags of 25kg rice
240 five-litre containers of vegetable oil
200 cartons of spaghetti
The items were formally presented to Hon. James Barka, Member representing Gombi/Hong Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, for onward distribution to the affected communities.
Speaking during the handover, the MD/CEO of NEDC, Dr. Mohammed G. Alkali, represented by the Adamawa State Coordinator, Barr. Khalifa Muhammad Lawan, and further represented by Musa Usman Hyeladi, expressed heartfelt sympathy to the victims and their families. He said the intervention demonstrates the Commission’s unwavering commitment to supporting communities affected by insurgency, restoring hope, and helping them rebuild their lives with dignity.
Receiving the relief materials, Hon. James Barka commended the NEDC for its prompt and compassionate response. He assured the Commission that the items would be distributed transparently and equitably while reaffirming his commitment to attracting additional developmental projects that will address the underlying causes of insecurity in the constituency.
Goodwill messages were delivered by Hon. Rufai of the Adamawa State House of Assembly; the Chairmen of Gombi and Hong LGAs, Mark Ishaya and Aliyu Sa’ad; Alhaji Usman S. Fada; and the District Heads of Guyaku and Harga, Yusuf Buba and Idi Bahamman. They applauded the NEDC for its timely intervention and encouraged residents to remain united, resilient, and hopeful despite the challenges.
The humanitarian intervention aligns with the NEDC 10-Year Strategic Master Plan, particularly Pillar One: Peaceful Society, which prioritizes security, peacebuilding, social cohesion, and conflict resolution across the North-East. Beyond providing immediate relief, the initiative is designed to accelerate long-term recovery, strengthen community resilience, and restore normalcy in communities affected by conflict.
