Zabarmari killings: Another 13,000 residents receive foods items

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From SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri –

The committee, chaired by Borno state commissioner for youths and sports, Hon Saina Buba today Friday went on distribution in Zabarmari.

The committee included member of house of representatives, representing Jere federal constituency, member of Borno assembly representing Jere, two special Advisers and chairman-elect, for Jere local government.

A total of 13,000 Bag of Rice, Maize and Beans, 1,300 cans of vegetable oil, 2116 cartons of seasoning Cubes, 1083 Tomato and 650 sachet of salts was donated by Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development for distribution to the families, Committee Chairman, Buba announced.

The committee chairman said the death of their loved ones, but to reduce hardship resulting from gaps in access to livelihoods created by the death of mostly male victims, who are breadwinners of those affected.

The committee would ensure transparency, accountability and equity in the discharge of its responsibilities.

Zabarmari, where the victims lived, is located at Jere, in central part of Borno State.