Borno flood: Tinubu directs Shettima to visit Maiduguri, pledges FGs support

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  • President Tinubu in reaction to the flood that wreaked havoc in Borno and cut off Maiduguri from the rest of the state, issued a directive to his vice Kashim Shettima and NEMA
  • In a statement by his aide, Bayo Onanuga, the president extended his heartfelt condolences to the Borno government and its people
  • Many families have lost their means of livelihood due to the disaster triggered by the overflow of the Alau Dam, one they described as the worst flood in recent decades

Tinubu reacts to Borno flood, tells Shettima what to do.
Photo credit: Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Kashim ShettimaSource: FacebookTinubu directs Shettima to visit Borno, Maiduguri”After this meeting with the consent of the President, I will rush to Maiduguri. The whole city has been overtaken by flood,” Shettima said.While the relevant authorities are still assessing the damage caused by the flood, the President calls for the immediate evacuation of people from the affected areas. Maiduguri flood victims: Tinubu pledges FGs supportPresident Tinubu 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.President Tinubu assures Governor Babagana Zulum that the Federal Government is ready to collaborate to address the immediate humanitarian needs of the affected people.”

  • Flooding: Borno govt sends urgent warning to residents
  • Floods kill 31 people, affects 31,818 residents in Kano, details emerge
  • Tinubu reacts as 49 killed, 41,344 displaced by floods, profound grief

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