LND Stands with People of Borno – Gov. Zulum
From Umar Dankano, Yola
A high-level delegation from the League of Northern Democrats (LND), led by its Chairman and former Governor of Kano State, Senator Ibrahim Shekarau, paid a sympathy visit to the government and people of Borno State.
In a statement from the League, the visit was to express solidarity and offer condolences to the government and residents of Borno over the recent devastating floods that caused widespread damage in Maiduguri and its surrounding areas.
Speaking at the Government House in Maiduguri on Wednesday, where the delegation was received by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, Senator Shekarau highlighted the LND as an assembly of patriots from across the North, united to influence Nigeria’s politics for both regional and national development.
Describing the floods as a natural disaster, Shekarau announced a donation of N50 million from the LND members to support the victims of the floods in Borno State.
In his response, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum expressed deep gratitude to the LND for standing with his people in such challenging times. He praised the organization for its dedication to the region and the country, noting that their gesture was a positive and promising initiative.
Zulum emphasized that the LND’s efforts, if carried out genuinely, could help bring the North back on track politically, socially, and economically. He assured the delegation that their donation would be utilized effectively, but more importantly, he thanked them for the compassion they showed to the people of Borno.
“The LND, through this visit and donation, has demonstrated that it has the people’s interests at heart. I pledge my support to the League in any way possible,” Zulum stated.
The delegation later visited the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, where the Chief Medical Director, Professor Ahmed Ahidjo, guided them through the hospital grounds, showcasing the extent of the flood damage, estimated to run into tens of billions of naira.
The CMD noted that there is no elite group like the LND in Nigeria today, considering its distinguished membership, and he expressed his appreciation for their visit.
Members of the delegation included Mal. Ibrahim Shekarau, AVM Monday Riku Morgan, Rt. Hon. Ibrahim Bio, Dr. Moh’d Tamala, Hon. Mohammed Kumalia, AVM Alkali Mamu, Hon. Ibrahim Marmara, and Muktar Abubakar Tafawa Balewa.
Other notable attendees were the LND Convener, Dr. Umar Ardo, Hon. Murtala Yar’adua (Tafidan Katsina), Alh. Mohammed Ado, Amb. Hassan Moh’d Hassan, Dr. Jamil I. Gwamna (Sardauna Gombe), Mal. Sani Umar, Alh. Gambo Hamza, Hon. Nasir Moh’d, Amb. Godwin Agamah, Chief Sunny Sylvester (Jagaban Jimeta), Rear Admiral Jamila Malafa, mni, Alh. Umar Sani, Amb. Usman Sarki, Hon. Emmanuel Umar, Dr. Ladan Salihu, and Barr. Moh’d Betara Aliyu.
