By Mario Deepromoter
President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, has expressed deep sadness at the devastating floods that occurred in parts of Borno and Bauchi states killing many, destroying property and displacing thousands of people.
Akpabio in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, also sympathized with the victims and governments of both states. He expressed the readiness of the Senate to support the Borno and Bauchi State Governments and the Federal Government in providing necessary assistance to alleviate the suffering of the affected people.
“Our hearts go out to the families who have lost loved ones, properties, and livelihoods due to this unprecedented natural disaster. We pray for the souls of the departed and offer our support to those struggling to cope with the aftermath.
“We commend the efforts of the Federal Government, Borno and Bauchi state Governments, the emergency actors and humanitarian organizations working tirelessly to provide relief and assistance to the affected communities,” he said.
It will be recalled that many residents of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, have been sacked from their homes due to the catastrophic impact of the flood that swept through the city.
The flooding, which commenced a week ago, reached its most critical point during the early hours of Tuesday.
In Bauchi State, the government has confirmed a total death toll of 24, with many homes destroyed, and over 300 farmlands swept away, leaving residents homeless.