APC commiserates with Niger flood victims

The All Progressives Congress has commiserated with those affected affected by the flood that submerged the market town of Mokwa in Mokwa Local Government Area in Niger State.

In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, and made available to PUNCH Online on Saturday, APC expressed its deepest sympathies with families that have lost loved ones and those displaced from their homes as a result of this disaster.

PUNCH Online on Friday reported that over 100 lives were lost, with many missing when flood swept through Mokwa LG of the state.

The party said, “We commend the valiant efforts of first responders and courageous citizens engaged in search, rescue, and recovery operations in the flood-affected districts.

“We urge the National Emergency Relief Agency and other federal, state, and local authorities to expand efforts and interventions to quickly mitigate the impact of the disaster and bring relief to victims.

“It is our prayer that the souls of all who have died may find eternal rest, as we pray for quick recovery and healing for those injured in this tragedy.

Source: Punch