The Sokoto state governor, Aminu Tambuwal has donated N40 million naira to the families of the victims of the recent Warrah boat mishap in Ngaski local government of Kebbi state.
Tambuwal announced the donation when he paid condolence visit to governor Atiku Bagudu at Government House, Birnin Kebbi on Saturday.
The Sokoto governor said he was in Kebbi to condole and sympathize with the government and people of the state, especially the people of Yauri Emirate over the unfortunate boat accident in which many people lost their lives.
“We are here to commiserate and condole with you on the loss of lives of our brothers and sisters that were involved in the boat mishap that happened few days ago in Yauri Emirate.
“It is indeed a very unfortunate and sad incident and we pray that God shall forgive these people who have lost their lives and may He admit them into Aljannat Firdaus.
“Please accept the condolences and commiseration of the government and people of Sokoto state.
“On this note, the government and people of Sokoto state will support the victims of the incident with a token of N40 million,” Tambuwal said.
He also condoled Bagudu on those who lost their lives as a result of bandits attacks in the state.
The governor appealed to the people to support and cooperate with the government of Kebbi state in its determination to overcome the recurring security challenges in the state.
Responding, Bagudu appreciated Tambuwal for the condolence visit, describing him as a reliable brother.
He also appreciated the donation of N40 million from Sokoto state government.
“You have announced the donation of N40 million to the victims; we can’t thank you enough, Your Excellency.
“We know that it is not even the quantum but the spirit of giving that is in your heart towards our people,” the Kebbi governor said, adding: “We are proud of your tangible achievements; what you are doing and your legacies. We pray that God will continue to honor you, uplift you and may He reward you abundantly.”
Tambuwal was accompanied on the visit by the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, Sokoto House of Assembly, Secretary to the State Government, Chief Judge and Grand Khadi, among others Commissioners.
