Tackle humanitarian challenges in Borno flooding, APC urges FG, state agencies

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has commiserated with the government and people of Borno state, especially those who have been displaced or have lost their means of livelihood as a result of the flooding caused by the overflow of the Alau Dam.

The ruling party, however, asked both state and federal government agencies to scale up efforts in tackling humanitarian challenges in the affected areas.

In a statement released Wednesday in Abuja by the APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the party expressed sadness over the pain and suffering as a result of the natural disaster.

The statement said: “We are deeply saddened by the pain and suffering that this unprecedented flooding has brought upon our people in Maiduguri and its environs, with the destruction of homes, farmlands, businesses, public buildings, and even the palace of the Shehu of Borno.

“As directed by President Bola Tinubu, the Vice-President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has visited Maiduguri to undertake an on-the-spot assessment of the tragic incident and has further directed federal government emergency services to support the State government to immediately evacuate affected residents to safety, and provide all necessary assistance to them.

“We urge all agencies of Borno state and Federal government to spare no effort in tackling all humanitarian challenges occasioned by this disaster.

“We pray God to comfort and grant full restoration to the victims of this incident.”