FROM SALISU LAPAI, MINNA
Still in a mourning mood, Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has directed the cancellation of all Eid-el-Kabir activities to honour victims of the recent flood in Mokwa LGA.
Mokwa town in Mokwa local government area of the state was hit with a disastrous flood that killed over 200 people and displaced over 3,018 residents.
Governor Bago, in a statement issued by Abubakar Usman, secretary to the Niger state government, directed “low-key” Eid-el Kabir celebrations in emirates across the state.
The Niger governor suspended Hawan Bariki, durbar and other Sallah related activities.
“Abubakar Usman emphasized that this decision was taken as a mark of respect for the victims of the tragic incident and to allow for a period of mourning, prayer and reflection,” the statement reads.
“The Mokwa flood, described as one of the worst in decades, has left families bereaved, houses and livelihoods destroyed.
“The governor urged citizens to use the occasion to pray for the departed souls and engage in acts of charity for the affected communities.”