IBB Attributes Mokwa Flood to an Act of God
Minna (Core Reporters) General Ibrahim Babangida, a former military president of Nigeria has described a flood that occurred in Mokwa, Niger state which claimed over two hundred lives as an act of God, adding that its unfortunate.
The former military president who received the state government delegation led by the Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, on a Sallah homage at his Uphill Residence, Minna commiserated with the people of Mokwa and the entire Niger State over the recent flood disaster.
”What happened in Mokwa is unfortunate, but it is ordained by Allah. It is beyond our powers, and this is why we should all continue to pray for the souls of the deceased,”IBB said.
He commended the administration of Governor Umaru Bago for its developmental strides and called for sustenance, even as he assured of his continued support.
Niger State Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba who led the State Government delegation said the visit was to seek his blessings and fatherly advice.
He said the government was well aware that the retired general was disturbed by the recent incident in Mokwa and appreciated him for his fatherly role at all times.
Garba said the people of the state and Nigeria, in general, are appreciative of his diligent service to the country and assured him that the state government will not fail him as he remains a pillar of hope for the nation.
Core Reporters report that IBB as the former military president is fondly called enjoined the residents of the state to continue to pray for the souls of the deceased.