Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, on Saturday, visited flood-ravaged communities in Gummi Local Government Area to assess the damage and provide relief.
He announced a donation of N100 million to assist the victims, according to a statement released by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris, on Sunday.
Heavy rainfall had led to severe flooding in several communities, submerging numerous houses.
The statement noted that Governor Lawal’s visit began with a stop at the palace of the Emir of Gummi, His Royal Highness, Justice Lawal Hassan.
He also toured Gummi town, expressing sympathy with the flood victims before proceeding to Gayari town to evaluate the extent of the damage.
He mentioned that a team of engineers had already surveyed the area to develop a long-term solution.
According to Governor Lawal, “Today, I am in Gummi Local Government Area to offer my condolences and conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the communities devastated by flooding caused by heavy rainfall last week.
“Immediately I learned about the unfortunate incident, I sent two of my commissioners to visit and offer condolences to the affected communities. After the Deputy Governor’s visit, I dispatched a team of engineers to examine and evaluate the root causes of the flooding.
“It is important to note that I have instructed the immediate commencement of work to prevent such a situation in the future. I want to take this opportunity to inform you that I have donated 10,000 bags of food, including rice, maize, and millet, to be distributed among the flood victims.
“I am also, on behalf of the Zamfara State Government, supporting the affected victims with N100 million.
“In addition, all affected victims will be allocated land away from the danger zone so that they can build new houses.”
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