The Nigerian Red Cross Society, in collaboration with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), today officially commenced the distribution of relief materials and emergency shelters to families affected by the recent devastating floods in Mokwa.
The flag-off ceremony, held at the Faskare Red Cross Camp opposite Nasfat Mosque, was led by the National President of the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Prince Oluyemisi Adetayo Adeaga, who reaffirmed the Society’s commitment to standing beside communities in distress. He was accompanied by the National Youth Adviser, Mr. Sidney Osawaru, the IFRC representative, Alhaji Farouk, and other dignitaries.
Speaking at the event, Prince Adeaga said:
“Today is not only about distributing items, but about reaffirming our humanity. The Nigerian Red Cross will continue to walk with the people of Mokwa as they rebuild their lives with dignity and resilience.”
In addition to providing relief supplies, the National President commissioned a motorized borehole and toilet facilities at the Red Cross camp to address immediate water and sanitation needs of displaced families. The commissioning was witnessed by the representative of the Ndalile of Mokwa, the Mokwa Flood Response Team Leader, Mr. Sunday Awulu, and the Niger State Branch Secretary, Comrade Abubakar Idris.
Relief materials distributed included:
- Emergency shelter kits (tents and tarpaulins)
- Food items (rice, beans, maize, vegetable oil, salt)
- Household essentials (blankets, mats, cooking pots, buckets, jerrycans)
- Hygiene kits (soap, detergent, sanitary pads, toothpaste, disinfectants)
- Clothing and mosquito nets to protect against exposure and disease
Following the symbolic presentation, Red Cross volunteers carried out verification and screening to ensure aid reached the most vulnerable households. The process was supervised by senior officials, including the Senior PGI Officer from the National Headquarters, Abuja.
While addressing newsmen shortly after the commissioning of facilities, Prince Adeaga emphasized that the intervention reflects the humanitarian mandate of the Red Cross:
“Beyond the materials we distribute today, our duty is to restore hope, protect dignity, and strengthen resilience in the face of disasters.”
The Nigerian Red Cross Society extends appreciation to the IFRC, local authorities, and the resilient people of Mokwa. Together, these partnerships are helping to restore hope and rebuild lives in the aftermath of the flood disaster.
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