Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal has expressed his condolences to the government and citizens of Borno State following the severe flooding in Maiduguri, the state’s capital.
A delegation led by the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Abubakar Nakwada, visited Maiduguri to convey these sympathies.
A spokesperson for the governor, Sulaiman Idris, stated in a release on Thursday that the visit aimed at showing solidarity and empathy towards the government and the affected population who have been deeply impacted by the recent devastating floods.
During the visit to the Borno State Government House, Nakwada, on behalf of Governor Lawal, announced that Zamfara State Government is donating N100 million as a demonstration of their support and unity during this challenging time.
He said, “On behalf of the people and government of Zamfara State, I express our deepest sympathy for the recent devastating flood resulting from overflow of water from the Alu Dam in Maiduguri.
“We are profoundly saddened by reports that over one million people have been displaced by this catastrophic event.
“The magnitude of this disaster is truly heart-wrenching. The thoughts and prayers of the people of Zamfara State who have faced similar catastrophes, though on a much smaller scale, in recent times are with our brothers and sisters in the affected families and communities as they navigate these challenging times.
“We pray to Almighty Allah to grant Jannah to those who lost their lives and to abundantly compensate those who lost their property and means of livelihood.
“As a gesture of solidarity and support, the Government of Zamfara State is donating the sum of N100,000,000 to aid in the relief efforts and assist the affected communities in Maiduguri.
“May Allah continue to bring succour to the victims and grant them strength and resilience in rebuilding their lives.”
