Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue on Sunday appealed for financial assistance from the Federal Government toward tackling the effects of flood disasters in the state.
Ortom made the appeal at a ceremony to mark the 45th birthday of his wife, Mrs. Eunice Ortom, held at the Redeemed Christian Church, Mega Parish, Makurdi.
“The damage by flood disaster so far is massive; the state alone cannot bear the financial burden involved in tackling it.
“Many communities have been washed away, while farms have equally been swept off. The level of destruction is heavy and we want the Federal Government, individuals and organizations to assist,” he said.
The governor sympathized with victims of Saturday night’s flood in Makurdi, especially the management of Radio Benue, where a transmitter was submerged.
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