He urged the pilgrims to be worthy ambassadors of the state and Nigeria.
Mr Abubakar-Wurno stated that children aged one to 15 were most affected.
He called on the beneficiaries to ensure the judicious use of the items.
“During the operation, several bandits escaped with gunshot wounds.’’
He further urged the tribunal to dismiss all the preliminary objections on competency to institute the case.
The materials comprised food items and non-food items such as Mosquito nets, blankets, nylon mats, sanitary pads, and many others.
Residents not chasing water trucks troop to the Water Board headquarters and water treatment plants on Illela Road to fetch water.
Mr Buhari’s pledge follows report of 23 travellers killed when bandits attacked and burnt their vehicle on December 6.
Scores of youths on Friday marched across states in the North in frustration over the worsening insecurity that has beset the region.
“The operatives stormed a kidnapper’s den, where a fierce exchange of fire ensued which resulted in the rescue of one Sani Adamu, 17, a resident of old Sabon Gida airport.”
