Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate, has urged federal and state governments to provide immediate aid to flood victims in Maiduguri, Borno State after the Alau dam's collapse led to widespread devastation. He called for national unity and swift government action to support affected families.
In the wake of a devastating flood that swept through Maiduguri, Borno State, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, has called on both federal and state governments to provide urgent aid to the affected residents. Thousands have been displaced following the collapse of the Alau dam, which had reached full capacity in recent weeks.
On his X account, Obi expressed profound sorrow over the catastrophe, emphasizing the human toll and disruption caused by the flooding. "I am deeply saddened by the multiple loss of lives and disruption of activities in Maiduguri," he stated, reflecting on the heartbreak experienced by families torn apart and homes destroyed.
The former governor of Anambra urged the nation to come together in support of those impacted. “In times like these, we must support each other. I urge the federal and state governments to do everything within their powers to provide aid and relief,” he said. Obi emphasized the need for a coordinated effort to rebuild the communities affected by the disaster.
President Bola Tinubu has directed the immediate evacuation of flood-affected residents and has assured Governor Babagana Zulum of the federal government's commitment to addressing urgent humanitarian needs. Meanwhile, military personnel have been deployed to assist with search and rescue operations, underscoring the seriousness of the situation in Maiduguri.
