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President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Emergency
Management Agency (NEMA) and security agencies to intensify ongoing rescue and
relief operations in Mokwa, Niger state, following a flood incident that
claimed 25 lives and displaced many families.
A statement issued on Friday by Mohammed Idris, minister of
information and national orientation, said the president had been “fully
briefed” on the disaster and is “deeply concerned” about the loss of lives and
destruction of property.
“His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), has
been fully briefed on the situation and has directed all relevant emergency and
security agencies to intensify ongoing search and rescue operations,” the
statement reads.
“The immediate priority of the Federal Government is to save
lives and provide urgent relief to survivors.
“The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in
collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces and the Niger State Government, is
working round the clock to ensure that no effort is spared in bringing help to
those in need.”
The federal government also acknowledged the efforts of
first responders and local volunteers who are actively engaged in
search-and-rescue missions across affected areas.
“We urge residents in the affected areas to cooperate fully
with emergency officials and adhere to all evacuation directives that are
issued,” he added.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families and
all those affected by this tragic event. The Federal Government extends its
heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. In this moment of grief,
the nation stands united with them in solidarity.”
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