The Federal Government has condoled with the families and victims of flood that occurred in Mokwa LGA of Niger State, which tragically claimed the lives of several persons.
This is contained in a statement signed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, on Friday in Abuja.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families and all those affected by this tragic event.
“President Bola Tinubu has been fully briefed on the situation and has directed all relevant emergency and security agencies to intensify ongoing search and rescue operations.
“The immediate priority of the Federal Government is to save lives and provide urgent relief to survivors.
“The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces and the Niger Government is working round the clock to ensure that no effort is spared in bringing help to those in need,” Idris said.
He commended the courage and dedication of first responders and volunteers, who were risking their lives in the ongoing rescue efforts.
Idris also urged residents in the affected areas to cooperate fully with emergency officials and adhere to all evacuation directives that were issued.
“The Federal Government extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. In this moment of grief, the nation stands united with them in solidarity.”