The Kano State House of Assembly has urged Governor Abba Yusuf to provide emergency assistance to residents of Shuwaki town in the Tudun Wada Local Government Area. A heavy downpour last Thursday caused widespread flooding, destroying over 200 rice farms and damaging critical infrastructure. The Assembly's appeal was made during a plenary session presided over by Speaker Jibril Falgore.
The flooding has had a significant impact on the local community, with over 200 rice farms destroyed, belonging to farmers in the area. The downpour also caused the collapse of a historic bridge along the Tudun Wada-Shuwaki Road, disrupting transportation for students and residents. The bridge's collapse has adversely affected socio-economic activities, making it difficult for residents to access their farms and move between affected areas.
Member representing Tudun Wada Constituency, Sule Shuwaki, presented the motion to the House, highlighting the severity of the situation. He appealed to the state government to provide immediate relief materials and assistance to affected farmers and residents. Shuwaki also called for the reconstruction of the damaged bridge and road to ease the hardship experienced by residents of Shuwaki and surrounding communities.
The motion was seconded by Abdullahi Kara, representing Gezawa Constituency. After deliberations, the House adopted the motion, calling on the state government to expedite action on the situation. The government is expected to provide emergency assistance to alleviate the suffering of affected residents.
The flooding in Shuwaki town is a significant concern for the local community, with many residents relying on farming as a source of livelihood. The destruction of over 200 rice farms has left farmers facing an uncertain future. The Kano State House of Assembly's intervention is aimed at providing relief to those affected and ensuring that the community receives the necessary support.
The Speaker of the House, Jibril Falgore, presided over the plenary session, ensuring that the motion was thoroughly discussed and adopted. The Assembly's resolution is a clear indication of the need for urgent action to address the situation in Shuwaki town. The government is expected to take immediate action to provide relief to affected residents.
The Kano State government has been called upon to provide emergency assistance to residents of Shuwaki town, affected by the recent flooding. The assistance is expected to include relief materials and other forms of support to alleviate the suffering of those affected. The reconstruction of the damaged bridge and road is also a priority to restore normalcy to the area.
Key points
- Kano State House of Assembly urges Governor Abba Yusuf to provide emergency assistance to residents of Shuwaki town.
- Over 200 rice farms destroyed in Shuwaki town due to flooding.
- Damaged bridge along Tudun Wada-Shuwaki Road disrupts transportation and socio-economic activities.
