Laraba MUREY
The National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA has provided relief materials, including food, non-food items, and medical supplies, to support victims of the tanker fire disaster at Dikko Junction in Niger State.
The Director General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, flagged off the distribution during a visit to the affected community.
She emphasized that the relief effort was in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive to assist in the recovery process and reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to mitigating the impact of the tragedy.
“Based on the report of the first rapid assessment carried out by NEMA, NSEMA, and other first responders, we have come to provide immediate assistance of food, non-food items, and medicaments to the affected families,” she said.
Umar sympathized with the victims, assuring them of comprehensive recovery efforts. She also urged communities nationwide to prioritize disaster preparedness and take proactive steps to protect lives and property.
The Director General commended the swift response by first responders, including NEMA, the Niger State Emergency Management Agency, fire services, the Federal Road Safety Corps, medical personnel, and community members, for their efforts in rescuing victims and minimizing further damage.
Deputy Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Hon. Afiniki Daudu, lauded the Federal Government for its prompt intervention, while the Chairman of Gurara Local Government Area, Abdulhalim Abubakar, and other stakeholders thanked NEMA for the relief initiative.
According to NEMA, 98 lives were lost, 69 persons sustained injuries, and 20 shops were destroyed in the inferno.
“This tragedy reminds us of the importance of vigilance and preparedness. We must all work together to prevent future disasters,” Mrs. Umar added.
The event also saw the presence of the Niger State SEMA DG, Comrade Abdullahi Arah, and local community leaders, who pledged to support ongoing recovery efforts.
