Former Nigerian Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has commiserated with the people of Mokwa and entire State over the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government Area.
The former Military ruler made the commiseration when he received a State Government delegation led by the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba on a Salah Homage at his Uphill Residence, Minna.
Gen. Babangida described what happened in Mokwa as unfortunate but said, it was ordained by Allah and enjoined the residents of the state to continue to pray for the souls of the deceased.
He commended the administration of farmer Governor Umaru Bago for its developmental strides and called for sustenance even as he assured of his continued support.
Niger State Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba who led the State Government delegation said the visit was to seek his blessings and fatherly advise.
He said, the Government is well aware that the General is disturbed with the recent incident in Mokwa and appreciate him for his fatherly role at all times
Comrade Garba said, the people of Niger State and Nigeria in general are appreciative of his diligent service to the country and assured him that the State Government will not fail him as he remains a pillar of hope gor the nation.