Press briefing held at UNOCHA Head Office in Maiduguri
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri –
The United Nations (UN) has assured that it would complement the efforts of the Borno State Government in responding to the recent flooding in Maiduguri.
Speaking at a press briefing, the UN Resident Country and Humanitarian Coordinator, Mohammed Malik Fall, stated that the organization will provide humanitarian support to augment the government’s efforts in addressing the needs of those affected by the flood.
“The UN is committed to supporting the government’s efforts in responding to the flood. We will work closely with the state government to determine the number of people in need, what they need, and track what is being delivered to identify gaps in delivery,” Fall said.
Fall emphasized that the UN has great concern for the safety and livelihood of the people affected by the flood and is committed to supporting the government’s response efforts.
“We are working tirelessly to support the government in its efforts to respond to the flood and ensure that those affected receive the necessary support,” he added.
Fall emphasized that the UN is committed to supporting the government in its efforts to respond to the flood and ensure that those affected receive the necessary support.
“We will work together with the government to ensure that those affected by the flood receive the necessary support,” he said.
The UN will also mobilize resources to support the government’s efforts in providing emergency assistance to those affected. “We will provide technical support and expertise to enhance the government’s response efforts. Our priority is to save lives and ensure people have what they need to survive,” said M. Trend Jensen, UNOCHA Head Office Country Director.
Jensen reiterated that the organization’s priority is to save lives and ensure people have what they need to survive.
“We are committed to supporting the government’s efforts in responding to the flood and ensure that those affected receive the necessary assistance,” he said.
