The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, has called on wealthy individuals and civil society organizations to extend their support to communities affected by recent floods across Nigeria.
During a visit to Bauchi State on Saturday, Pate expressed his sympathy for the victims and announced the extension of a medical outreach to those displaced by the disaster.
The outreach, sponsored by the Nigerian Medical Association’s Bauchi State Chapter in collaboration with the Chigari Foundation, aims to provide essential medical care to Internally Displaced Persons in Misau, Katagum, and other affected areas.
Pate emphasized the importance of offering relief during these challenging times, stating, “We must do everything we can to provide basic medical care and treatment for diseases like malaria to those displaced.”
The minister noted that similar efforts are underway in other parts of the country, with both government and civil society organizations working tirelessly to offer relief.
“Today, over 120 victims have been examined, diagnosed, and treated for free,” he added.
Pate reiterated his sympathy for the affected communities and assured them of continued support. He also encouraged other wealthy Nigerians, philanthropists, and development organizations to join in these efforts, stressing the importance of collective action during crises.
In response to the minister’s visit, the Emir of Misau, Ahmed Sulaiman, and the Emir of Katagum, Umar Kabir, expressed their gratitude for the outreach.
The leader of the IDP camp in Katagum, Adamu Jauro, also thanked the minister but appealed for additional support, including the relocation of displaced persons to safer areas.
He stated, “We have been here for about four weeks without enough food. We call on the government to help us relocate to a nearby land where we can rebuild our lives.”
