The federal government in collaboration with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), has provided relief materials worth $200,000 to households affected by the 2024 flood disaster in Bauchi State.
The initiative, in partnership with Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, and the Nigerian Red Cross Society, aimed at providing essential support to communities affected by devastating floods in the State.
Speaking at the grand finale of the distribution ceremony which took place at the Government House in Bauchi yesterday, Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Ambassador Musa Sani Nuhu lamented the flood incident which led to the loss of lives, destruction of properties, and displacement of several residents.
Represented by Dr Victory Jaja, Ambassador Nuhu expressed sympathy, praying for the repose of the victims’ souls and solace for the survivors.
