Tinubu promises aid to Maiduguri flood victims

Abdullateef Fowewe

President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound concern about the flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State and promised the Federal Government’ support for the victims.

The worst flood in recent decades has displaced thousands of residents and affected facilities such as the Post office and the Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

Tinubu in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Tuesday, extended his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the Borno State, especially to the families that have lost their means of livelihood due to the disaster triggered by the overflow of the Alau Dam.

The statement reads in parts, “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.

“He orders the National Emergency Management Agency to assist the flood victims.

The President remains committed to mobilising federal resources to support the state during this difficult time.”