Yobe gov’t donates ₦100m, food items to Borno flood victims
Story by Sa’adatu MAINA, Damaturu
Yobe State Government has donated ₦100m to Borno State Government as support for victims of the devastating flood disaster in Maiduguri.
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, CON, presented the donation on Saturday during a sympathy visit to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum in Maiduguri.
Governor Buni also announced a personal donation of food items worth ₦50 million to the victims.
He described the humanitarian crisis as catastrophic and called for support and assistance from everyone.
“Yobe and Borno States are like twins that have suffered similar fates, and need the support of one another,” he said.
Buni prayed for the repose of the souls of those lost in the flood and speedy recovery for injured persons.
Governor Zulum commended the
government and people of Yobe State for the kind-hearted support to their brothers in Borno State.
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“The people of Yobe and Borno States remain one united family, what affects one, affects the other.
“l am proud to say that His Excellency, my elder brother, Governor Mai Mala Buni, has since assumption of office as Governor of Yobe State strengthened the ties and brotherhood between Borno and Yobe States more than ever.
“Your administration has on several occasions identified with the government and people of Borno State.
“The government and people of Borno State deeply appreciate your Excellency for this kind gesture,” Governor Zulum said.
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