“Children and residents are still missing” following “devastating” flood in Adamawa State.
Former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, expressed his “deep sadness” as the disaster “displaced hundreds of families”.
Waziri Adamawa made known his “full solidarity” with the communities affected by the floods.
Atiku said on X: “I am deeply saddened by the devastating floods that have displaced hundreds of families in Adamawa State. My heart goes out especially to the children and residents still missing. As a son of Adamawa, I stand in full solidarity with the affected communities during this difficult time.”
The former VP hailed the swift response of the Northeastern State’s Police Command, as well as, the marine officers who are carrying out rescue operations.
Atiku urged State and Federal authorities to put in place “contingency plans” for communities prone to flood.
Atiku further said: “I commend the swift response of the Adamawa State Police Command and the 23rd Armoured Brigade, Yola, as well as the brave marine officers who are leading rescue operations. Their courage is a source of hope.
“Moving forward, we must act with urgency. I strongly urge both state and federal authorities to implement contingency plans for vulnerable communities prone to flooding. We must not wait for disaster to strike before we act.”
