Victims of alleged herdsmen attacks in Mgbuji Eha-Amufu and Abor isi-ala in Isi-uzo Local Government area as well as flood victims in Okpanku , Aninri L G A of Enugu state have commended the state Governor, Dr Peter Mbah for providing support to help them get back on their feet , describing him as farmers’ – friendly Governor
Over 2,000 25kg Bags of rice, as well as agricultural inputs which included bundles of cassava stem, herbicides, organic fertilizers, power tillers with operator’s kit, cassava graters with jack, rice threshers, communal fryers and multi-purpose grinders were distributed to both the victims of the alleged herdsmen attacks at Mgbuji Eha-Amufu and Abor isi-ala in Isi-uzo and Okpanku in Aninri LGAs.
Pix- The Victims receiving the items
While receiving the items, the excited farmers who narrated their ordeals after the attacks and flood disaster, described Dr Mbah as farmers’ friendly governor, saying the gesture is unprecedented and promised to give his administration the needed support.
They noted that the governor’s response to the crisis is a confirmation that even in the darkest times, there is always hope for a better future.
Some of the beneficiaries who spoke to the newsmen, were full of beautiful smiles. Mr Azubuike Kingsley, from Okpanku community commended the governor’s efforts to cushion the effect of flood disaster on his People. ” We were left with nothing but the support we have received has given us hope,” he said.
Pix- Azubuike
Also speaking, Mrs Rose Onu thanked the Governor, saying that the support intervention has brought hope and relief to them. ” We are deeply grateful to our compassionate Governor for his prompt intervention in our time of need, his kindness and generosity demonstrate true leadership,” she said.
Mrs Jane Ikechukwu, Mrs Sussana Osi and many others showered praises to the state government, adding that the support has made a significant difference in their lives.
This commendable initiative is being facilitated by Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus(NG-CARES )programme, Enugu, Result Area 2 (Fadama).
Governor Mbah’s gesture followed his commitment to alleviating the plights of the people, especially victims of natural and human induced disasters.
Author: Maureen Ikpeama