…Condoles Gov Zulum, Other Victims
ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu has expressed worries over the flooding situation in parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State.
To this end, Tinubu has ordered the National Emergency Management Agency to assist the flood victims.
The President gave the directive through a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Tuesday, describing it as the worst flood in recent decades.
It is reported to have displaced thousands of residents and affected facilities such as the Post office and the Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.
The President said he extends his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the State, especially to the families that have lost their means of livelihood due to the disaster triggered by the overflow of the Alau Dam.
“While relevant authorities are still assessing the damage wrought by the flood, the President calls for the immediate evacuation of people from affected areas.
“President Tinubu assures Governor Babagana Umara Zulum that the Federal Government is ready to collaborate to address the immediate humanitarian needs of the affected people.
“The President remains committed to mobilising federal resources to support the state during this difficult time,” Onanuga stated.
