The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has extended its condolences to the Niger State Government over the devastating flood that struck Mokwa Local Government Area, claiming numerous lives and destroying property.
In a statement issued on Friday and signed by NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the forum expressed deep shock over the extent of the disaster.
The NGF conveyed its sympathy to Governor Usman Bago, as well as the people and government of Niger State, for the tragic loss of lives and destruction caused by the flood.
It will be recalled that at least 21 people lost their lives in the flooding, which also resulted in the destruction of properties worth millions of naira in Mokwa.
AbdulRazaq stated, “The Nigeria Governors’ Forum stands in solidarity with the government and people of Niger State on the devastating flood that has wreaked huge havoc in Mokwa town of the state.
“We are shocked by the magnitude of the flooding, which has resulted in the loss of lives and properties in the community.
“We sincerely commiserate with the affected families and express our support to the state government at this difficult time.
“We also commend the interventions of the Niger State Government and its coordination with the emergency responders to support the victims of this disaster.
“This flood again reminds us of the stark realities of climate change and the accompanying effects on how we live. We commit ourselves as leaders of our people to continue to work with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to not only help our people cope with this global challenge but also to strengthen mitigative actions and relief institutions.
“We pray God to console families who have lost loved ones and properties in the Mokwa incident, and we urge citizens to support the government’s efforts to mitigate the impacts of climate change and to cooperate with agencies working to assist those in urgent need at this time.”
