The people of Southern Borno Senatorial District have donated N200 million to the Borno State government as part of their contributions to victims of the Maiduguri flood disaster.
The donation was presented by representatives of the zone comprising nine Local Government Areas led by Ali Ndume and the Deputy Governor of Borno, Umar Kadafur.
Speaking during the sympathy visit to Babagana Zulum, the governor of Borno State, Mr Ndume said the development was in response to the call for help from all quarters for victims of the flood that ravaged Maiduguri town.
Mr Ndume said the money was generated from contributions of people from the zone at home and in the diaspora.
The Deputy Governor of Borno, Umar Kadafur, who handed over the cheque to Mr Zulum, lauded all those who contributed for their generosity and an act of brotherhood.
“We are here not only to sympathize with you but to present a cheque of N200 million to the State Government Flood Basket Fund.
“We want to assure you that you are not alone as the people of Southern Borno are strongly behind you in this trying moment.
“More donations from southern Borno are still being expected,” Mr Kadafur said.
Responding, Mr Zulum expressed appreciation for the gesture and show of concern from the people of southern Borno.
The governor urged for sustained unity among the diverse people of the state for meaningful development.
The delegation also visited the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Umar-Garbai El-Kanemi, whose palace was affected, where it presented N10 million to support the royal father.
