The Honourable Minister of
Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development Hajiya Sadiya
Umar Farouq has reassured Nigerians, especially those affected by devastating flood
recently, that the Federal Government was working tirelessly towards providing succor
for them, while calling for collaborative measures towards preventing
further occurrence.
Farouq, in a Statement, also commiserated
with the families of the children who lost their lives during the recent flooding
at Polobubo Teskelewu community of Delta State, adding that as a mother she could
imagine the pain their families were going through and prayed for the repose of
their souls.
The Honourable Minister also
expressed concerns over the flood that reportedly submerged 150
communities across 9 Local Government Areas of Kogi State.
She however,commended efforts of the Kogi State Government in
promptly setting up State Emergency response and opening up camps to
accommodate victims.
“The Minister reassures Nigerians that Government is mindful
of the humanitarian emergencies being brought about by flooding in different
parts of the country and is working with relevant stakeholders to provide
immediate relief materials and secure lives and property while more durable solutions
are being worked out.’
“She however advised that people should take steps to ensure the
protection and safety of their lives and property by paying attention to safety
guidelines being given by Government which includes temporarily leaving homes
that are prone to flood,” the statement reads.