The All Progressives Congress (APC) has donated ₦52 million to survivors and families of 37 miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State.
Niger State Governor Umaru Bago announced the donation on Tuesday while receiving an APC National Working Committee (NWC) delegation led by the party’s National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, on a condolence visit.
Bago thanked the party leadership for its visit and financial support to the affected families and survivors, The News Edition reports.
He said a committee headed by Deputy Governor Yakubu Garba would work with the Emir of Minna to ensure the donation reaches the intended beneficiaries.
Earlier, Yilwatda conveyed the APC’s condolences to the Niger State Government and residents over the deaths, describing the incident as a difficult moment for the state.
The APC chairman also expressed concern over the security challenges facing Niger State and assured the government and affected families of the party’s support and prayers.
Yilwatda prayed for strength and comfort for the bereaved families, adding that the party believed the state would overcome its difficulties.
He also commended Governor Bago for his handling of the incident and pledged the APC’s continued support for his administration.
Following the meeting with the governor, Yilwatda led members of the NWC to the palace of the Emir of Minna for another condolence visit.
The Emir expressed appreciation to the APC leadership for its visit and financial assistance to the affected families.