Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has pledged N1 billion to support victims of the recent flooding in Mokwa.
The announcement was made during his visit to the affected local government area on Monday, where he conducted an on-the-spot assessment of the damage caused by the flood.
Expressing sympathy for the residents, Bago emphasized the importance of avoiding waterways to prevent loss of life and property in future incidents.
He assured the community that all financial and material contributions from the Federal Government, generous individuals, government agencies, and donor organizations would be used appropriately.
“The Niger State government is donating N1bn to the victims of the flood disaster”.
“All the cash and material donated by the Federal Government, kind-spirited individuals, government agencies as well as donor agencies will be utilised for the purpose it was meant for,” he stated.
Bago commended those who have provided significant support to the flood victims and promised that the government would work to resettle those impacted, whether directly or indirectly.
He also urged Islamic teachers in the area to keep proper records of their pupils and to track any who go missing.
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