NIGER STATE GOVERNOR SUSPENDS SALLAH EVENTS DUE TO FLOOD INCIDENT.

Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has suspended all traditional Sallah events, including Hawan Bariki and Durbar, in honour of the victims of the recent devastating flood in Mokwa. 

The flood has left numerous families displaced and mourning, prompting the governor to call for a period of mourning, prayer, and sober reflection across the state.

Governor Bago extended his heartfelt condolences to the affected communities and urged citizens to use the Eid occasion to offer prayers for the departed and engage in acts of charity for those in distress. 

He also stressed the need for compassion and resilience in the face of tragedy.

Assuring the public of ongoing relief measures and long-term strategies to mitigate future flood risks, the governor called on the people of Niger State to unite in compassion and resilience, saying, "As we commemorate Eid, let us do so with humility, empathy, and a deep sense of community."

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