August 05, (THEWILL) – The Senator representing Borno Central Senatorial District, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, has donated N5 million to the victims of Kawuri Bomb attack which claimed 20 lives and injured 19 others.
Senator Lawan visited the Kawuri community on Monday, to deliver his heartfelt sympathy and support.
Lawan was represented by the Member of the House of Assembly for Konduga, Hon. Bukar Modu, in his message, Sen. Kaka Shehu Lawan regretted the occurrence of the devastating incident, especially at a time when the state is celebrating the return of peace after a long period of insecurity.
He prayed to Allah to avert the reoccurrence of such a devastating incident and for the repose of the souls of the innocent constituents who lost their lives. He also wished speedy recovery to those who sustained injuries.
As part of his gesture to support the families of the bereaved, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan provided financial support of four million naira (N200,000) to each of the 20 bereaved families.
Also, a total of N950,000 was distributed to the 19 others who sustained injuries and are currently undergoing treatment at the State Specialist Hospital.
The Head of Kawuri Ward appreciated the Senator for always coming to their aid, expressing gratitude for his sympathy, love, and concern for the welfare of his constituents.
The community leader prayed to Allah to reward Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan sufficiently, as this is not the first time the Senator has identified with the community in bringing succour in their hour of need.
In his vote of thanks, Hon. Abba Abari commended the Senator for his intervention and his zeal to always stand up to his responsibilities.
He expressed profound appreciation to the Senator for his quality representation and deeper connection with his constituents, by always standing with them in their moment of grief.
Dignitaries at the event included the Executive Chairman of Konduga, Hon. Abba Ali Abari, the immediate past Chairman, Hon. Abba Saje, the Local Government APC party Chairman, among others.
I am Ladi Dapson, a general writer with thewill. I cover Borno and Yobe states respectively.
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