By Muhammed Shaeed
August 26th, 2024
Alhaji Muhammed Badaru, the Minister of Defence has donated to the victims of flooding in Jigawa state a whopping amount of N20 million during a condolence visit to Governor Umar Namadi over the flood disaster that resulted in the loss of lives and properties.
This is contained in a statement by Mr Henshaw Ogubike, Director, Information and Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, yesterday in Abuja.
The donation is to support the state government’s relief efforts for residents affected by the recent flood disaster.
He also expressed worries over the incessant flooding leading to the destruction of farmlands in the state.
He, however, stated that the Federal Government is committed to helping states during this tough period, the donation was his gesture.