Zamfara Flood: Gov. Dauda allocates lands, 10,000 bags of assorted grains, N100m to victims
From Ibrahim Kaulahi, Gusau
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has allocated lands and the donation of N100 million, 10,000 bags of assorted grains to the flood-ravaged victims of Gummi local government area of the state.
Governor Lawal who earlier visited the Emir of Gummi, His Royal Highness, Justice Lawal Hassan, declared the donation and later embarked upon assessment visit to affected communities by the flooding in the local government.
It would be recalled, heavy rainfall had flooded some communities in the Gummi local government area, submerging many houses last week.
The governor was conducted round the Gummi town to express sympathy with the flooding victims before proceeding to Gayari district to assess the extent of the damage.
Governor Lawal expressed deep concern after the assessment of the damage caused by the flooding. He mentioned that a team of engineers had already surveyed the areas to find a lasting solution.
“Today, I am in Gummi local government area to offer my condolences and conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the communities devastated by flooding caused by heavy rainfall last week.
“Immediately after I learned about the unfortunate incident, I sent two of my commissioners to visit and offer condolences to the affected communities.
“After the Deputy Governor’s visit, I dispatched a team of engineers to examine and evaluate the root causes of the flooding.
“It is important to note that I have instructed the immediate commencement of work to prevent such a situation.
“I want to take this opportunity to inform you that I have donated 10,000 bags of food, including rice, maize, and millet, to be distributed among the flood victims. The trucks are already on the way to Gummi for distribution.
“I am also, on behalf of the Zamfara State Government, supporting the affected victims with N100 million. In addition, all affected victims will be allocated lands away from the danger zone so that they can build new houses”, Governor Lawal has heralded.
