Over ₦2 Billion approved to rebuild homes in Niger State – Here’s what happened!

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The Federal Government has approved an immediate intervention fund of ₦2 billion to support the rebuilding of homes destroyed by the recent floods that ravaged Mokwa Local Government Area in Niger State.

Vice President Kashim Shettima made the announcement on Wednesday during a condolence visit to the affected communities, following the disaster that claimed over 160 lives and left widespread destruction in its wake.

Addressing residents, Shettima conveyed President Bola Tinubu’s deep concern over the tragedy, emphasizing the government’s commitment to swift and compassionate action.

“The President is devastated by the scale of loss in Mokwa and has mandated immediate relief and reconstruction efforts,” Shettima said. “To that end, ₦2 billion has been approved to rebuild homes and support displaced families.”

As part of the federal response, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abdullahi Sabi, has been directed to temporarily relocate to Mokwa to oversee rebuilding efforts, including the reconstruction of key infrastructure such as collapsed bridges.

“The Minister will ensure that relief materials are efficiently distributed and that food security measures are in place for the affected communities,” Shettima added.

Niger State Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, while thanking the federal delegation, described the flood as a “national emergency.” He stressed the strategic importance of Mokwa as a vital transport corridor and called for accelerated federal infrastructure support.

Garba also appealed for targeted aid for women who lost their means of livelihood, calling their rehabilitation a “critical part of long-term recovery.”

Traditional ruler, Etsu Nupe Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, offered prayers for the deceased and lauded the federal government’s timely response. He urged expedited work on the ongoing Mokwa bypass expressway to restore economic activity in the region.

The federal delegation’s visit signals a broader commitment to proactive disaster management and long-term resilience planning in vulnerable regions across Nigeria.

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