Over 200 households displaced as flood hits Kebbi community
More than 200 households have been rendered homeless following a devastating flood that swept through the Zogirma village in Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The flood, which followed a torrential rainfall, destroyed houses, farmlands, food stores, and other property, leaving hundreds of residents stranded and seeking shelter.
Eyewitnesses described the downpour as one of the heaviest in recent times.
Homes were submerged, forcing families to flee in panic, many with only their clothes.
In response to the tragedy, Governor Nasir Idris, on Thursday, visited the affected community to sympathise with the victims and announced a ₦50m donation to cushion the effects of the disaster.
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Governor Idris assured the people of the government’s unwavering support and pledged swift intervention.
“The government is fully committed to ensuring that normalcy returns to this community,” the governor said.
The governor also approved the renovation of the district head’s palace and upgraded the Government Day Secondary School in Zogirma to a full-fledged boarding school.
To support the palace renovation, Idris also donated an additional ₦10m to the District Head, Alhaji Mohammed Jambo Tele.
“This visit is a strong demonstration of your commitment to the welfare of our people. We assure you of our continued support,” the district head stated.
The Chairman of Bunza Local Government Area, Zayyanu Shehu Bunza, lauded the governor for his swift action and concern for the plight of the people.
He noted that the relief package would provide hope and help ease the hardship brought by the flood.
The Chairman of the State Emergency Management Agency, Bello Yakubu, disclosed that the agency was already distributing relief materials to the victims, including 100 bags each of rice, sorghum, and millet, alongside tomatoes and other essential food items.
The governor thanked the people for their steadfast support for his administration and reaffirmed his commitment to delivering good governance and sustainable development across the state.
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