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Borno Flood: South West Muslim Ummah Give N50 Million to Affected Persons
Borno Flood: South West Muslim Ummah Give N50 Million to Affected Persons
By: Michael Mike
The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) has donated N50 million to those affected by recent devastating flooding of Maiduguri and its environs.
The four-member delegation led by the MUSWEN President, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, accompanied by Prof. Muslih ‘Tayo Yahya, Executive Secretary of MUSWEN; Alhaji Y.K.O. Abdulkareem and Alhaji Murisiku Abidemi Siyanbade, joined other sympathisers to commiserate with the government and people of Borno state, over the recent flood disaster and gave the cash donation to Borno State Government
The delegation first port of call was Governor’s Office, Maiduguri, during which the group donated N50m to Borno State Government in support of rehabilitation of the flood disaster victims.
The delegation was received by the Deputy Governor, Alhaji Umar Usman Kadafur, on behalf of Governor Babagana Zulum, who described the flood disaster as an act of God .
At the palace of the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji (Dr.) Abubakar Garbai Al-Amin El – Kanemi, the MUSWEN President said: “I am here with a delegation, on behalf of South West Muslim Leaders, to commiserate with you and stand in solidarity with Your Royal Highness and the good people of Maiduguri, on the September 10, 2024, devastating flood that ravaged the city.”
Oladejo, who doubles as the Deputy President-General of Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) added that “the flood disaster, which we heard also affected this hallowed palace of Your Royal Highness, brought immense anguish to residents, who were still recovering from years of insurgency.
“The disaster, which struck at a critical time has also aggravated the existing food and nutrition crisis in the North East region.
“The disaster also damaged vital infrastructure such as: Hospitals; Schools; Roads and; Bridges, cutting off connections to various outer destinations.”
Quoting from Glorious Qur’an Chapter 49 verse 10 thus :”Muslims are One single brotherhood . . . be mindful of your duty to Allah, so He may show you Mercy. “Thus, whatever affects Muslims anywhere, affects all Muslims,” Oladejo added that: “We feel your pain; we stand with you in this difficult time and our thoughts are with those affected by the flood disaster. The flood’s impact on lives, livelihoods and infrastructure is heartbreaking.
“Let us continue to supplicate to our maker, Almighty Allah, to forgive our shortcomings, show us His Mercy and restore absolute peace to Maiduguri and Nigeria in general.”
He told the Shehu of Borno “earlier today, we had an audience with His Excellency (Hon.) Umar Usman Kadafur, The Deputy Governor of Borno State, who received us on behalf of His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, CON, mni,Executive Governor of Borno State.
“During the visit, we acknowledged the commendable efforts of His Excellency, The Governor. May Almighty Allah continue to strengthen him.
We also made our little financial contribution to the Borno State Government towards providing for feeding and basic needs of our brothers, sisters and children affected by the flood disaster in Maiduguri, to mitigate the effect of the unfortunate incident.
“We are one and we stand with you always, Your Royal Highness,” Oladejo said while praying that: “May Almighty Allah continue to show us His Mercy.”.
Responding, Shehu of Borno thanked the delegation for the visit and kind gesture, lamenting the huge loss the flood caused the state and see it as a will of Allah.
Borno Flood: South West Muslim Ummah Give N50 Million to Affected Persons
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Nigeria Commiserates with Türkiye Over Devastating Fire Incident
By: Michael Mike
Nigerian government has commiserated with the government and people of Türkiye over the fire incident at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort that resulted in the death of 66 persons injured over 50 others.
The condolence message was contained in a statement signed by the acting spokesperson of the federal ministry of foreign affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa.
The statement read: “The Federal Republic of Nigeria wishes to express deep condolence to the Government and People of the Republic of Turkiye over the unfortunate fire incident at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort.
“The fire, which claimed the lives of 66 persons and injured over 50 others in Bolu Province in Northwestern Turkiye, was reported to have started in the early hours of Tuesday 21st January 2025.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria sympathizes with the Government of the Republic of Turkiye and the families of the victims of the fire incident, and also wishes a speedy recovery of the injured.”
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Yobe’s Commitment To Agric. Development very Impressive -Islamic Development Bank
By: Mamman Mohammed
The Islamic Development Bank has expressed satisfaction with the preparedness of Yobe state government to partner the bank for an agricultural project.
Mr. Javed khan, Senior Agriculture Specialist of the Bank stated this at a courtesy call on Governor Mai Mala Buni CON, at the Government House, Damaturu.
Khan said the commitment of Yobe state government to meeting its obligations is quite impressive and encouraging.
Khan who led a team from the bank on assessment tour of the state to see for itself the documents developed and the preparations on ground for the project, said the team was convinced with government’s committment to the project.
“We were initially discouraged not to come to Yobe state citing insecurity but, we insisted on coming and are impressed with the peace and security, and the government’s commitment to the project.
“We are working towards a target in the next three months for the state to obtain approval from the bank for the project.
“The working synergy between our team and your team suggests that we will achieve our target within the stipulated time frame” Khan said.
Responding, Governor Buni commended the Bank for not listening to the enemies of progress of the state.
“l am glad you did not listen to them, some of whom have never been anywhere close to Yobe state but giving stories about what they don’t know.
“You are now here and you have seen things for yourselves and can tell the story better. We are ready for this partnership using agriculture to drive the economy of our state and the people.
“All the 17 local government areas in the state are now accessible and the people can access their farms and make this proposed project successful” Buni said.
The Governor explained the importance of agriculture to the people, adding “this project would guarantee food security and economic prosperity in our post insurgency recovery programme.
“The resilience exhibited by our people in embracing agriculture being their major preoccupation to rebuild their lives after the protracted insecurity is very encouraging and need to be supported” he said.
The Governor re-ephasized the readiness of his administration to partner the bank to make agricultural development in the state a huge success story.
Yobe’s Commitment To Agric. Development very Impressive -Islamic Development Bank
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