The President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmad Lawan, has donated N50 million to support victims of the recent flooding disaster in Borno State.
A statemw t by hia special advoser om Meia Dr. Ezrel Taboriwo indicated that the donation was announced during Lawan’s visit to Maiduguri on Tuesday, where he met with the Governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Zulum, to express his condolences and solidarity.

Senator Lawan, who represents the Yobe North Senatorial District, according to the statrment arrived in Maiduguri accompanied by a high-profile delegation, including the Deputy Speaker of the Yobe State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Y’au Usman Dachia, as well as other members of the Yobe State House of Assembly, such as Rt. Hon. Adamu Dala Dogo and Hon. Sanda Karabade.

During his visit, Senator Lawan commended Governor Zulum and the Borno State Government for their swift response to the disaster. He praised their efforts to deploy emergency services, distribute relief materials, evacuate affected residents, and work towards restoring basic services. The lawmaker also acknowledged the Federal Government’s support and urged development partners and humanitarian organizations to join efforts in providing additional assistance to mitigate the impact of the floods on the affected communities.

“Governor Zulum and the Borno State Government have demonstrated commendable leadership and prompt action in responding to this crisis,” Lawan stated. “We must continue to work together to provide relief and support to those affected.”

Senator Lawan expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the floods and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. His delegation included key figures such as his Special Adviser on Budget, Alhaji Suleiman Jamo; Chairman of Bade Local Government Council, Hon. Ibrahim Yurema; his former Chief of Staff, Dr. Mohammed Aji; and other stakeholders from the Yobe North Senatorial District.

The donation is part of efforts to provide relief and support to communities devastated by the flooding, which has left many residents displaced and in need of basic necessities.
The statement said the generous contribution is expected to bolster ongoing relief efforts and strengthen the support network for flood victims in Borno State.

In a bid to enhance agricultural productivity and improve the livelihoods of farmers in Kogi East, Senator Jibrin Isah Echocho has launched a comprehensive empowerment program for farmers in Ankpa Federal Constituency.

The program, which includes the distribution of essential agricultural inputs such as high-quality rice seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, is aimed at supporting local farmers to boost their crop yields and improving their overall productivity.

Senator Echocho, who was represented by his legislative aide, Hon. Ibro Akiti, reiterated his commitment to supporting the agricultural sector in Kogi East, stating that the empowerment program is an important part of his efforts to alleviate poverty and promote economic growth in the region.

The farmers, who benefited from the program, expressed their gratitude to Senator Echocho for his support, noting that the empowerment program will go a long way in improving their agricultural productivity and enhancing their livelihoods.

In a bid to bolster agricultural productivity in Kogi East, Senator Isah Jibrin Echocho has donated a significant quantity of fertilizer to farmers in the Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency.
This initiative is part of the senator’s broader effort to support local farmers and ensure a successful harvest during the current farming season.
His special adviser on Media Mikail Ibrahim in a statement on Sunday indicated that the fertilizer donation, aimed at benefiting households across the region, underscores Senator Echocho’s commitment to agricultural development.
Speaking on the distribution, Senator Echocho emphasized that the initiative is non-partisan and open to all farmers in Kogi East.
“Farming knows no party or affiliation; therefore, every farmer in Kogi East is entitled to this support,” he stated.

According to the statement, beneficiaries of the donation included a wide array of community members, such as teachers, artisans, security personnel, political party members, market women, youth organizations, and representatives from religious and traditional institutions.

The initiative is designed to encourage farming as a viable solution to the economic challenges currently facing many Nigerians.

Alhaji Danlami Garba, Senior Legislative Aide to Senator Echocho, led the distribution effort and stressed that the process was conducted without bias.
“We have ensured that the fertilizer reaches farmers in Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency fairly and without consideration of political, religious, or cultural differences,” Garba said.
He also revealed that similar distributions would soon take place in other federal constituencies within Kogi East, including Ankpa/Omala/Olamaboro and Idah/Odolu/Ofu.

This fertilizer distribution is part of Senator Echocho’s broader facilitation programs, aimed at improving the livelihoods of his constituents and fostering sustainable agricultural growth in the region.
The initiative has been well-received by the local community, which views it as a critical step towards enhancing food security and economic stability in Kogi East.