By Miriam Humbe
The Federal Government of Nigeria has received 50 tons of humanitarian aid from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to support persons affected by recent floods.
The relief materials, delivered to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, were handed over by the UAE Ambassador, Salem Alshamsi.
He said that the donation, initiated by UAE President, Sheikh Mohamed Al Nahyan, reflected the UAE’s ongoing commitment to assisting countries impacted by natural disasters.
Top officials from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) received the items on behalf of the victims.
Dr. Ahmed Dunoma, Permanent Secretary of Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed gratitude on behalf of President Bola Tinubu.
The Perm Sec acknowledged the existing strong ties between Nigeria and the UAE.
Also, the NEMA Director-General, Mrs. Zubaida Umar appreciated the government of UAE for the assistance.
Zubaida Umar said that this will certainly complement the bold efforts by the Federal Government to provide succour and assist flood affected persons to recover from the disaster.
