Tinubu orders NEMA to assist Maiduguri flood victims

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide immediate assistance to victims of the devastating flood in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.

The flood, described as the worst in recent decades, has displaced thousands of residents and affected critical facilities such as the Post Office and Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

In a statement issued on Tuesday by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President expressed deep concern over the disaster, triggered by the overflow of the Alau Dam, and extended his condolences to the government and people of Borno State, particularly families who have lost their livelihoods.

He called for the immediate evacuation of people from affected areas and assured Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of federal support to address the humanitarian needs of the affected population.

As relevant authorities assess the damage, President Tinubu pledged to mobilize federal resources to support the state during this challenging time.

“President Bola Tinubu expresses deep concern about the flooding in parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State.

“The worst flood in recent decades has displaced thousands of residents and affected facilities such as the Post office and the Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.

“President Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the state, especially to the families that have lost their means of livelihood due to the disaster triggered by the overflow of the Alau Dam.

“While relevant authorities are still assessing the damage wrought by the flood, the President calls for the immediate evacuation of people from affected areas.

“President Tinubu assures Governor Babagana Umara Zulum that the Federal Government is ready to collaborate to address the immediate humanitarian needs of the affected people.

“He orders the National Emergency Management Agency to assist the flood victims.

“The President remains committed to mobilising federal resources to support the state during this difficult time”, the statement said.