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Seyi Tinubu donates over N500m to residents affected by flood…assures of 50 medical practitioners to handle health issues
Seyi Tinubu donates over N500m to residents affected by flood…assures of 50 medical practitioners to handle health issues
By: Bodunrin kayode
Son of President Bola Tinubu, Seyi has donated N500m to residents of Maidugiri who were affected by the recent flood which left most of them in a state of shock and ruin.
Added to swelling the appeal funds for the residents, his recent visit to Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, he also provided medical succor to hundreds of residents affected by the devastating flood that ravaged the city.
Accompanied by his kid brother Yinka, friends, and associates, Seyi expressed sympathy to Governor Babagana Zulum over the flood disaster and subsequent loss of lives by some residents who were taken unawares when the raging Dam water came knocking their homes in the wee hours of 10th September.
Seyi, known for his philanthropic efforts, especially towards youth empowerment, emphasized that this visit was just the beginning of his commitment to alleviating the suffering of young people impacted by the unfortunate flood.
He praised the resilience of the people of Borno State, who have faced numerous challenges in recent years, and expressed optimism that the state will emerge stronger from this tragedy.
Seyi’s donation included essential items such as food, medications, and household necessities.
Specifically, Seyi provided the following: Food Items: “cartons of spaghetti, tomato paste, groundnut oil, salt, bags of flour, rice, maize, Maggie, thousands of loaves of bread, and other staples
” Medical Supplies: critical prescriptions for almost 50,000 children and adults, including anti-malarials, anti-hypertensives, antiparasitics, anti-diabetics, analgesics, and antibiotics.
“Household Necessities: 10,000 pieces of mosquito nets, blankets, mattresses, kettles, wrappers, buckets, mats, sanitary pads, and wash kits.”
Seyi’s efforts were commended by Chidi, a transport and logistics expert, and Isaac Balami, a renowned aviator, who praised his empathy and commitment to supporting young people.
His visit and donation demonstrates his dedication to helping those in need and promoting unity and strength in the face of adversity.
About 50 doctors have been contributed to assist in health emergency managements.
Seyi Tinubu donates over N500m to residents affected by flood…assures of 50 medical practitioners to handle health issues