Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has announced the donation of N200 million as intervention to communities damaged by windstorms in the state.
Mohammmed annnouced the intervention on Sunday during a visit to sympathise with the people of Dass Local Government Area following a devastating windstorm that swept through several communities.
He noted the extent of damage caused, including the destruction of homes, public buildings, and farmlands.
While assessing the scale of the destruction, he said that the affected communities include Durr, Wandi, Bagel Bundot, and Dass town, where the windstorm destroyed homes and farmlands leaving many residents in dire need of support.
The governor directed emergency response teams to expedite relief efforts, and he sympathised with the Emir of Dass at his palace.
Mohammed expressed deep sorrow over the destruction caused by the natural disaster.
“As part of immediate intervention, we will release the sum of N100 million support to the affected communities.
“I equally pledged building materials worth over ₦100 million to assist in the reconstruction of damaged homes and infrastructure in the affected communities,” the governor stated.
He reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to disaster preparedness and pledged to work with the Federal Government and humanitarian agencies to prevent future occurrences.
He directed the local government council to plant shelter belts in the areas to help prevent future occurrences.
On his part, while briefing the governor earlier, the Chairman of Dass Local Government Council, Muhammad Jibo, commended the swift response of the state government.
The governor highlighted the efforts made by the local council immediately after the disaster, including initial assessments, and mobilisation of local resources to support the affected persons.
