The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday donated ₦1 billion, along with 2,000 bags of rice, clothing, footwear, and other relief items to victims of natural disasters and insecurity in Niger State.
The donation, made through her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), was targeted at individuals affected by floods, banditry, boat accidents, and fire incidents across the state.
Mrs. Tinubu presented the items at the Government House in Minna, where she was warmly received by Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago and members of the State Executive Council.
Speaking at the event, the First Lady said the gesture was part of RHI’s mission to restore hope and dignity to displaced Nigerians.
She instructed that the ₦1 billion fund be directed towards providing housing and essential support to help the affected families rebuild their lives and achieve financial stability.
“These are really challenging times, but we pray that Almighty God comfort the bereaved families, heal the injured, and strengthen all those affected.
“As a mother, I share your pain and grieve over those irreplaceable loss and devastation. I believe that we all can collectively help these victims in their various communities. May God comfort you and grant internal rest to the departed,” Mrs. Tinubu said.
The First Lady expressed her condolences to the administration and people of Niger State for the recent boat accidents, banditry-related displacements, and the devastating floods in Mokwa.
She praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his administration’s prompt distribution of relief supplies and emergency funding.
According to Mrs. Tinubu, the government’s prompt action demonstrates its dedication to the country’s recovery.
Because of its hydro dams and tributaries, Niger is the only riverine state in northern Nigeria that is susceptible to frequent floods, according to Governor Bago.
“We have had our fair share of disasters: floods, boat mishaps, fires, and insecurity. Your visit couldn’t have come at a better time. The Renewed Hope Initiative has demonstrated true national leadership,” he said.
The governor confirmed the receipt of N1 billion into the state’s emergency account and listed other donated items, including 2,000 bags of 50kg rice, 16,000 wrappers for displaced women, and over 100 pairs of shoes.
“I wish to announced to you all that we have received N1 billion into the Niger State Emergency account, courtesy of the Renewed Hope Initiative of her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, 2,000 bags of 50kg rice,16,000 wrappers for women that are in this situation and over 100 shoes.”
“Wherever you have gotten all these to support us, we pray that God to continue replenish what you have spent,” Bago said.
The governor said that President Tinubu had received the formal endorsement of the state’s All Progressives Congress (APC) chapter for a second term.
He listed one of the justifications for the support as the Tinubu administration’s prompt attention to the state’s requirements.