NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulrahman AbdulRazak addressing newsmen in Maiduguri
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri –
The Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF), led by its Chairman, Kwara State Governor Alhaji Abdulrahman AbdulRazak, arrived in Maiduguri on Thursday morning for a sympathy visit to commiserate with Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, the government, and people of Borno.
The visit was in response to the recent flooding that had devastated the state.
Upon arrival, the NGF Chairman and his entourage paid a courtesy call on Governor Zulum at the Council Chamber of the Government House in Maiduguri.
During the visit, they expressed their sympathy and condolences to the governor, government, and people of Borno for the loss and destruction caused by the flooding.
They also offered prayers for the repose of those who lost their lives and for God to grant the people the fortitude to bear the loss.
Governor Zulum welcomed the NGF Chairman and his entourage, expressing his deepest appreciation for their visit and show of concern. He also prayed for God to reward them abundantly for their kindness and prayers.
Following the courtesy call, Governor Zulum took the five visiting governors on a tour of the city to assess the situation on the ground and the extent of the damage caused by the flood disaster.
The governors who accompanied the NGF Chairman on the visit included Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni.
During the tour, the governors witnessed firsthand the devastation caused by the flooding, including the destruction of homes, businesses, and infrastructure. They also saw the displacement of people and the suffering of the affected communities.
The visit by the NGF Chairman and his entourage was a show of solidarity and support for the people of Borno in their time of need. It also demonstrated the commitment of the Nigerian Governors Forum to stand together and support each other in times of crisis.
