Borno, Taraba Govts Pledge N350m Relief To Niger Flood Victims
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MINNA – The Borno and Taraba state governments has donated the sum of, N300 and N50 million Naira respectively to the victims of Mokwa flash flood which has so far claimed 260 souls and displacing thousands of others.
While Borno state government delegation was led by the Governor, Prof. Babagana Umaru Zulum, Taraba state government delegation was led by the Senator representing Taraba Central, Senator Haruna Manu.
Announcing the N300 million donation during the sympathy visit at Government house, Minna, Governor Zulum said he is not unaware that the money will not to bring back the lost souls, but to complement efforts of Niger state government in addressing some of the devastating challenges brought about by the disaster.
Many lives have been lost and properties worth several billions of Naira destroyed, including sources of livelihood, Prof. Zulum said, adding that it is time for all subnational governments to work collectively to mitigate the effects of climate change.
Governor Zulum however made a case for the federal government to establish robust mechanisms that would check and address some climate related issues to check future occurrences.
Also speaking shortly after announcing the N50 million donation by Taraba state government, Senator Manu who led the delegation described the disaster as a monumental loss said Taraba state government is sharing in their grief.
Responding, Governor Bago appreciated his Borno state counterpart and Taraba state government for the sympathy visit, show of love and financial support.
Governor Bago assured his guests that the funds will be judiciously utilised for the benefits of the victims even as explained that lots of advocacies were ongoing on the need for the people to stay away from coastal lines to avert future reoccurrence.
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