By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri –
The Forum of Senior Technical Assistants (STAs) to the Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has donated a sum of N3.45 million to support victims of the recent flood that devastated Maiduguri and its environs.
Speaking during a sympathy visit to Governor Zulum on Wednesday evening ,the forum’s Chairman, Dr. Tahiru Shettima, said he led a delegation to the governor to condole with the people.
According to him, he reiterated the forum’s willingness to support the governor’s efforts in assisting flood victims.
“Your Excellency, the world has seen your rescue efforts and the food distribution that you carried out. The world has also seen how you mobilised the general public towards alleviating the sufferings of the disaster victims.
“I think you stand out, and indeed we’re very proud of you because we compare you to Mother Theresa in your humanitarian stride”, Shettima assured.
Responding, Governor Zulum expressed gratitude for the generous contribution and assured the STAs that the funds would be judiciously used.
He also commended the forum for their solidarity with the state government and people during this challenging time.
“On behalf of the government and people of Borno State, I want to most respectfully convey my deepest appreciation to all of you and for the generous donation you have made to the basket fund. Be rest assured that we shall make a judicial utilisation of the funds available, Zulum said.
Dignitaries present at the event include the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Bukar Tijani, Hon. Commissioners, Head of Service, Barrister Fannanmi, Honourable Commissioners; and other top government functionaries.
