Reps Delegation Visits Maiduguri, Donates ₦100m To Flood Victims

A delegation of the House of Representatives meet with Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, at the Government House in Maiduguri on September 17, 2024. Credit: X/@HouseNGR

BY GODWIN OBI

A delegation of the House of Representatives has visited Maiduguri, the Borno State capital that has been ravaged by devastating flood.

Led by the Chairman of the Northern Regional Caucus, Alhassan Doguwa, the lawmakers sympathised and commiserated with the government and people of the state over the unfortunate incident.

The delegation met with the state governor, Babagana Zulum, where Doguwa announced the intervention of the House on behalf of the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas.

Addressing reporters at the Government House in Maiduguri, Doguwa commended President Bola Tinubu for his prompt and effective response to the plight of the people of Borno State.

He expressed appreciation to the President for pledging the Federal Government’s support to the state government and the affected victims.

“We are here on behalf of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, and all members of the House to express our heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Borno State,” he said.

“This donation of ₦100 million is a testament to our commitment to standing with Borno during this difficult time. We remain dedicated to supporting the state as it recovers from this disaster.

“We pledge the National Assembly’s readiness to liaise with the Federal Government to develop a legislative framework or any possible budgetary intervention to assist state governments in addressing the impacts of flood disasters in the country.”

Receiving the delegation, the governor commended the House of Representatives for their swift response to the crisis.

“On behalf of the people and Government of Borno State, I sincerely appreciate the Speaker, the House leadership, and all members for their quick and timely intervention,” he said.

“This prompt action will greatly assist in alleviating the suffering of our people and helping us manage the aftermath of this unfortunate disaster. The responsiveness of the House of Representatives in moments like this is truly reassuring.”

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