The strange caterpillars have invaded
some localities in Ndu Sub Division in( Donga Mantung Division) and Nkum
Sub Division (Bui Division) of the North West Region. Tata Emmanuel Bantar,
one of the youth activists based in Ndu has launched an SOS (step up
action to remedy the situation). The caterpillars are said to be
destroying almost every green leaf. Beans, maize and kolanut trees have
been under serious attacks in places like Mbam Song, Jirt, Ntundip, Taku
etc.
Last week, the Member of
Parliament for Donga Mantung Centre, Hon. Esther Ngala donated some
sprayers and accessories to fight the invading caterpillars. Yet reports
say the situation has escalidated to the point that a massive urgent
action is very necessary. However, Samba Laban, Sub Delegate for
Agriculture and Rural Development for Ndu told us that the situation in
Ndu is under control. "The Regional Delegate was in the field and
donated chemicals. We have shared the chemicals to the various
localities". Samba Laban also said that he has been on radio sensitizing
the population. With the SOS comimg from Mbam Song, apparently the
situation in Nkum is not yet under control. It is feared that if urgent
action is not taken, there could be famine. (Photo Credit: Tata Emmanuel)
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