Niger Delta
NEMA Distributes Relief Materials To Flood Victims In A’Ibom
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Monday, distributed relief materials to residents of Ikono and Ini Local Government Areas in Akwa Ibom who were affected by the 2024 flooding.
The Tide’s source reports that the flood victims received rice, ‘garri’, vegetable oil, tomatoes, and cooking spices among others.
Speaking during the event, NEMA’s Director-General, Mrs Zubaida Umar, sympathised with the victims and urged them to accept the support from the Federal Government.
Represented by Mrs. Mmandu Aisueni, the Head, NEMA Operations in Akwa Ibom, Umar said that the gesture was aimed at providing immediate relief for the victims.
“The effects of the flooding have been deeply felt in these communities, disrupting lives, sources of livelihood, and leaving many in urgent need.
“Today, we are distributing these items not just as a gesture of support but as a demonstration of our shared humanity and commitment to your recovery”, Umar said.
Umar noted that long-term recovery required collective effort, and that the agency would continue to work with other stakeholders to promote safety in the area.
On his part, Mr. Emmanuel Ukpong-Udo, the member representing Ini/Ikono Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, commended the Federal Government for the gesture.
Udo said the items would go a long way to cushion the effects of the disaster on the people.
Mrs. Ime Enang, a beneficiary, also commended the Federal Government for understanding the plight of the flood victims.
She said the relief materials showed that the government was genuinely interested in the wellbeing of the people.
Another beneficiary, Mr. Essien Udo, thanked the Federal Government for remembering the victims, and urged it to extend same gesture to others in similar condition.