Maiduguri flood: Youth Minister commiserates with Borno gov, victims

The Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, has commiserated with the Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, and the victims of the recent devastating flooding in the state.

In a statement on Saturday, Ibrahim expressed that the entire youth of Nigeria is deeply saddened by the flood devastation that occurred in Maiduguri, Borno State, leaving behind a trail of destruction and displacement.

The Minister also announced the postponement of the National Council on Youth Development meeting, which was scheduled to hold sometime this year, in solidarity with those affected by the disaster.

“Our hearts go out to the Executive Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, and the resilient people of Borno State, who have been affected by this unprecedented natural disaster,” she said in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Omolara Esan.

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“We commiserate with those who have lost loved ones, properties, and livelihoods due to the flood. We pray for the quick recovery of the affected areas and the restoration of normalcy in the lives of the people.

“We also applaud the efforts of the Borno State Government, emergency responders, and humanitarian organizations who are working tirelessly to provide relief and support to the affected communities.

“Due to the devastation and grief this disaster has caused, we regret to inform you that the proposed National Council on Youth Development meeting, scheduled to hold sometime this year, has been postponed indefinitely in solidarity with the people of Borno.

“Meanwhile, we affirm the Ministry’s commitment to the development of youth in Nigeria, particularly the youth of Borno State.

“May God bless and comfort the people of Borno State in this difficult time.