Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has finalized arrangements to distribute three billion naira (N3 billion) to victims of last season’s floods in affected areas.
The governor disclosed this while addressing the 23rd State Executive Council Meeting held at the Kano Government House today.
Governor Yusuf explained that the funds were donated by the Federal Government to the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory as part of its intervention for the 2024 flood disaster. He further stated that the money was remitted to the state treasury a few months ago in preparation for distribution to the victims.
He emphasized that his administration ensured proper handling of the funds to identify genuine victims and guarantee prudence, accountability, and transparency in the disbursement process.
"Now that we are ready, we have compiled all the lists of the victims. We know how much each victim will receive, so the distribution will commence soon," the governor assured.
He added that both main and sub-committees had been established to oversee the distribution process across the 44 local government areas, ensuring that the funds reach the rightful beneficiaries.
It is worth noting that the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Kano State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), with support from international donor organizations, have identified the areas and individuals affected by the floods in Kano State.
Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that the process is conducted efficiently and equitably for the benefit of all affected residents.
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