Federal Government’s relief efforts for Isheri flood victims

The Federal Government has pledged its support to the victims of flooding in the Isheri community in Ogun State. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, made this announcement during a press briefing in Abeokuta following her meeting with Governor Dapo Abiodun.

Ms. Edu emphasized the need for immediate assistance to those affected by the flood, stating that providing essential relief materials is a top priority. She acknowledged that President Bola Tinubu had expressed concern about the flooding that impacted parts of Ogun and Lagos states and affirmed her commitment to delivering humanitarian support to the victims.

The minister also expressed her appreciation for the churches and mosques that provided shelter to the flood victims and mentioned that she had seen images and videos of the affected areas.

She announced the government’s plan to visit the affected area the following morning to assess the extent of the damage and the number of people affected. The objective is to provide relief materials to those in need.

Ms. Edu further explained that her visit to the state was also related to the establishment of a social register, which would be integrated into the national social register. This register would enable beneficiaries from Ogun State to receive N25,000 conditional cash transfers. The verification process, including BVN and NIN checks, had already begun, and the government aimed to streamline the payment process for beneficiaries in the state.

The minister outlined various initiatives tailored for Ogun State, such as the Adire scheme, which supports the production of Adire textiles and their sale in both domestic and international markets. Additionally, grants will be provided to vulnerable women to help them establish and grow their businesses. These efforts are part of the government’s larger goal of lifting 50 million people out of poverty within the next 42 months.

Credit: NAN