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CAN commiserates with Mokwa community over flood disaster

He urged all residents of Mokwa to remain hopeful and proactive in the recovery efforts so that the community can emerge stronger from the crisis.

• June 2, 2025
Mokwa community flood
Mokwa community flood [Credit; The SUN Nigeria]

The Niger State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has commiserated with the people of Mokwa Local Government Area over the devastating flood disaster that wreaked havoc in the area.

In a condolence message made on Sunday, the state chairman of CAN,
Bulus Yohanna, assured them of continuous prayers.

“On behalf of the entire Christendom in the state, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones, and we stand with everyone who has suffered in this disaster,” he said.

Mr Yohanna, who is also the Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, commended both the federal and state governments for directing all relevant MDAs and emergency response agencies to mobilise resources to support the affected people.

He urged all residents of Mokwa to remain hopeful and proactive in the recovery efforts so that the community can emerge stronger from the crisis.

“While we continue in our prayers for you, we urge you to remain hopeful and resilient,” he added.

(NAN)

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