Our Correspondent
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has extended his heartfelt sympathy to the Executive Governor of Borno State, His Excellency Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum and the people of Borno State, following the devastating floods that have engulfed parts of Maiduguri, the state capital.
According to a press statement made available to newsmen in Abuja by Henshaw Ogubike, the Director (Information and Public Relations) of the ministry, the floods have caused significant damage to properties and displaced many residents, adding to the challenges already faced by the state.
“My heartfelt sympathy goes to the people and government of Borno State at this trying period that the flood has wrecked havoc in the state caused by the overflow of the Alau Dam.
“I am deeply saddened by the unfortunate flooding in Maiduguri, which has displaced families and caused untold hardship to the people of this great city.
“My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
“I want to commend His Excellency Governor Zulum for the quick response and decisive actions taken to alleviate the suffering of the affected residents.
“The resilience of the Borno people in the face of adversity is remarkable, and I have no doubt that under Governor Zulum’s leadership, the Maiduguri will recover swiftly from this disaster,” the Minister remarked.
