The Conference of Speakers of the Pan-African Parliament within the African Union has expressed its support for the victims of flood disasters in Nigeria and other regions across the African continent.
The solidarity was declared at the ongoing 12th Annual Conference of Speakers of National and Regional Parliaments in Midrand, South Africa.
The statement, signed by PAP President Fortune Charumbira, emphasized the critical need for a unified and prompt response to natural calamities exacerbated by climate change and insufficient infrastructure.
Recent flood incidents in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states, resulting in significant loss of lives and property, were specifically highlighted.
Benjamin Kalu, leading the Nigerian delegation at the conference, has consistently appealed for assistance in addressing the crisis within Nigeria. The Conference urged African governments and the global community to swiftly provide aid to those affected by such disasters.
Moreover, the Speakers emphasized the importance of translating their display of solidarity into tangible actions that prioritize upholding human dignity and fostering resilience in the face of adversity.
The statement read in part, “We, the speakers of the African Parliaments, convened at this important conference, express our profound solidarity with the people of Nigeria and all victims of flooding across the African continent. Recent catastrophic floods have caused widespread devastation, resulting in loss of lives, displacement of communities, and significant destruction of infrastructure.
“It is our collective responsibility to stand with those affected and address the underlying challenges that exacerbate these crises.
“The floods in Nigeria and other regions have highlighted the urgent need for a comprehensive response to natural disasters, driven by climate change and inadequate infrastructure.”
