Obi Extends Sympathies to Niger State Government, Mokwa Flood Victims

The former Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi, has extended his sympathies to the Niger State Government and victims of the flood disaster in Mokwa.

He arrived in the state with his delegation on a sympathy visit to the Government House in Minna, where he was received by the Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, on behalf of Governor Mohammed Umar Bago.

According to him, “Whatever affects Niger State, affects the entire nation. This is, considering its comparative advantage in agriculture, the state is capable of changing Nigeria for good.”

He suggested that other avenues should be explored to mitigate the effect of the recurring flood disaster, saying it is a natural disaster that can only be managed, and promised to galvanize more support for the victims.

The LP presidential candidate prayed for the repose of the souls of the departed and God’s comfort to their families and the entire people of Mokwa Local Government Area.

The Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, who spoke through his Deputy, Comrade Yakubu Garba, described the flood disaster as “a national catastrophe” and appreciated Obi for the visit, describing it as an honor to the state.

The governor assured that his administration will sustain its efforts in mitigating the recurring cases of floods and also continue to sensitize the people to stay away from river banks.

He reiterated his call for international and national support to ameliorate the sufferings of the victims.