From Taiye Joseph, Ilorin
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), has expressed deep concern over the devastating flood that hit Mokwa town in Niger State, leading to the loss of lives and destruction of properties.
The forum, in a statement by its chairman and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, pledged solidarity with the government and people of the affected area.
“We are shocked by the magnitude of the flooding, which has resulted in the loss of lives and properties in the community,” the NGF stated, describing the incident as a tragic reminder of the growing threat of climate change.
The governors commiserated with victims and their families, while also praising the quick response by the Niger State Government and emergency agencies working to support those displaced by the flood.
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“We commend the interventions of the Niger State Government and its coordination with the emergency responders to support the victims of this disaster,” AbdulRazaq said.
The forum used the opportunity to call for stronger cooperation among states, federal authorities, and emergency agencies such as the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), and the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), stressing the importance of proactive steps in tackling the realities of climate change.
“This flood again reminds us of the stark realities of climate change and the accompanying effects on how we live. We commit ourselves as leaders of our people to continue to work with ONSA and NEMA to not only help our people cope with this global challenge, but to strengthen mitigative actions and relief institutions,” the statement added.
The NGF offered prayers for those who lost loved ones in the Mokwa flood and urged citizens to cooperate with authorities in efforts to reduce the risks associated with extreme weather events.
