NIGER GOVT COMMENDS UNICEF FOR ITS PROMPT RESPONSE TO MOKWA VICTIMS.
The Niger State government has commended UNICEF for its prompt response and support to victims of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government Area.
The deputy governor of the state, Yakubu Garba, gave the commendation on Thursday during a visit to some resettlement centres built by UNICEF in Mokwa, praising UNICEF's efforts during a visit to resettlement centers, saying the support has brought hope and relief to the affected persons.
Garba urged UNICEF to be understanding and provide psychological care to those affected, as many are still traumatized.
In response, UNICEF’s Water and Sanitation Hygiene (WASH) Specialist, Kaduna Field Office, Theresa Pamma, revealed that UNICEF has provided access to healthcare services to prevent disease outbreaks, adding that it is supporting hygiene, quality water, and sanitation to curb diseases like cholera.
UNICEF has also assured that children will be protected from abuse in the camps.
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