Save The Children International Disburses N180 Million To IDPs, Flood Victims

Yobe State government under Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has disbursed N180 million to 1,118 internally displaced persons (IDPs) and flood victims in Tarmuwa Local Government Area. The beneficiaries, comprising 798 IDPs from Mafa and 320 flood victims from Ngeljabi, received N50,000 to N70,000 each for three months. The initiative, in partnership with Save the Children International, aims to support the recovery and reintegration of flood and disaster victims.

Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) profiled the beneficiaries during a rapid needs assessment. In a display of integrity, IDP Fatima Adamu returned N50,000 excess cash mistakenly given to her. SEMA Executive Secretary, Dr.



Goje Mohammed, thanked Save the Children International for complementing government efforts, emphasizing the positive economic impact on host communities. The Yobe State Government and its partners continue to provide timely assistance to affected individuals, ensuring necessary resources for rebuilding and recovery..