No fewer than 20,000 refugees have fled the Republic of Cameroon to seek asylum in Taraba State, Nigeria. The refugees camping in five local government areas of Sardauna, Kurmi, Gashaka, Ussa and Takum, are appealing to federal and state governments as well as non-governmental organisations for assistance to ameliorate their sufferings, Channels TV reports. The Taraba State government has assured them of their safety and protection pending the return of peace in their country.