The Adamawa state government has begun mobilising border communities ahead of next year’s planned Nigeria–Cameroon boundary demarcation.

Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta assured that the exercise will be carried out peacefully and transparently.

Farauta gave the assurance on Tuesday when the Director-General of the National Boundary Commission (NBC), Surveyor Adamu Adaji, visited her office in Yola to brief the state on the next steps of the exercise. She said residents in the affected communities had already been sensitised and were prepared to cooperate with officials from both countries.

“Our people understand the need for this exercise and the importance of cooperating with the joint teams,” she said, stressing the government’s resolve to maintain peace and order throughout the process.

Adaji disclosed during the visit that the NBC had concluded its mapping activities and would begin physical demarcation next year. He said the delegation was in the state to ensure that stakeholders were adequately informed and prepared.

“It is necessary to engage state authorities and communities so the exercise can proceed smoothly,” the DG stated.

Farauta, who also serves as Chairperson of the forum of States Boundary Committees for Nigeria–Cameroon frontline states, highlighted the significance of regional collaboration in border management. The frontline states include Adamawa, Borno, Taraba, Benue, Cross River and Akwa Ibom.

She noted that strengthened cooperation between both countries would enhance security and foster peaceful coexistence along the stretch of the international border.