By; JACOB ONJEWU DICKSON
The Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) has made a humble donation of twenty million Naira (#20,000,000) to support the victims of the recent floods in Maiduguri.
This significant contribution was announced during a sympathy visit to the Executive Governor of Borno State, His Excellency Engr. Babagana Umara Zulum FNSE, CON, at the Government House in Maiduguri on Monday, September 23, 2024.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Director – General, Engr Dr Abubakar Gambo Umar, made available on Tuesday September 24, 2024.
The delegation from the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation was led by the Director General, Engr. Abubakar Gambo Umar, who expressed the heartfelt condolences of the Foundation to the government and the people of Borno State.
He offered sympathies for the loss of lives, destruction of properties, and the impact on local businesses that the floods have caused. Engr. Umar emphasized the Foundation’s commitment to supporting the affected communities during this challenging time and prayed for a swift recovery from the devastating effects of the floods.
“We urge all well-meaning Nigerians and members of the international community to join us in assisting Borno State in its recovery efforts,” said Engr. Umar. “Together, we can help rebuild lives and restore hope to those affected by this calamity.”
In addition to the visit to Governor Zulum, the delegation also paid their respects to the Shehu of Borno, Dr. Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El Kanemi CFR, where prayers were offered for the victims and the state’s recovery.
In his response, the Executive Governor of Borno State Engr Babangana Umara Zulum expressed his appreciation to the Foundation and assured that amount donated will be judiciously used to ameliorate the suffering of the victims of the recent floods disaster.
The Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation remains dedicated to its mission of uplifting communities and providing support in times of need.
