Anambra State Governor Urged to Establish Fund for Flood Victims

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The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO) has appealed to Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State to establish a special fund to cater for the plight of victims of devastating flooding in seven local governments of the state. Mr. Vincent Ezekwueme, the Chairman of Anambra State branch of CLO, made the appeal in a statement, urging the government to provide relief materials, pay adequate compensation, and rehabilitate the victims. The organisation has been advocating for the government to take proactive measures to prevent future flooding occurrences. Pope Francis's quote highlights the collective responsibility to address the suffering of the victims, with the CLO calling for the establishment of Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps with adequate security and basic necessities. The organisation appreciates the government's efforts to curtail the flooding and warns those living in riverine areas to relocate to protect their lives and properties.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO) has appealed to Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State to establish a special fund for flood victims in seven local governments of the state.
  • The fund aims to cater for the relief needs of victims, including provision of materials, payment of compensation, and rehabilitation.
  • The CLO has been advocating for proactive measures to prevent future flooding occurrences, as experienced last year.
  • Pope Francis's quote emphasizes the collective responsibility to address the suffering of the victims.
  • The organisation recommends the establishment of Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps with adequate security and basic necessities for the victims.
  • The CLO appreciates the government's efforts to curtail the flooding and warns those living in riverine areas to relocate to protect their lives and properties.
  • The chairman of Anambra State branch of CLO, Mr. Vincent Ezekwueme, led the appeal for the government to alleviate the suffering of the victims in a statement.

Statistics:

  • Seven local governments of Anambra State are affected by devastating flooding.
  • The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO) has advocated for proactive measures to prevent future flooding occurrences for the past year.
  • Pope Francis's quote highlights the collective responsibility to address the suffering of the victims.
  • The CLO recommends the establishment of Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps to cater for the needs of the victims.

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