Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate in the February 25, 2023, general election, Mr. Peter Obi, sympathised with the people of Maiduguri, Borno State, over the flood that wrecked the state on Monday.
Obi in his social media post on Wednesday, said: “I am deeply saddened by the multiple loss of lives and disruption of activities in Maiduguri, Borno state capital which has just been hit by a devastating flood disaster.
“It is heartbreaking to think about the families who have been bereaved or torn apart, the homes that have been destroyed, and the livelihoods that have been ruined.
“I can only imagine the pain and suffering that the people of Maiduguri are going through right now.
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“My thoughts and prayers are with them, and I hope that they find the strength and resilience to get through this difficult time.
“In times like these together as a nation, we must support each other. I urge the federal and state governments to do everything within their powers to provide aid and relief to those affected by this natural disaster .
“We need to work together to rebuild and restore the communities that have been damaged. May God console and protect the people of Maiduguri, and may He give them the courage and hope they need to face the days ahead,” he added.
