The Honourable Minister of State for Works, Muhammad Bello Goronyo, Esq., has paid a courtesy visit to the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Hajia Zubaida Umar, following the recent boat accident in Kojiyo Ward, Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
During the visit, which took place on Monday, 18th August 2025, Goronyo conveyed his condolences to the Agency and the affected families, commending NEMA for its swift intervention in providing relief to victims of the tragedy.
Reaffirming his earlier pledge, the Minister announced the donation of ₦2 million to the bereaved families and promised to provide a speedboat to enhance safer water transportation within the community. According to him, these measures alongside interventions from both federal and state governments will not only ease the burden on affected families but also help prevent future mishaps.
“The tragedy is a wake-up call for us to do more in ensuring the safety of our people. Through collaboration, we can strengthen community resilience and safeguard lives,” Goronyo said.
In her response, NEMA’s Director General, Hajia Zubaida Umar, expressed gratitude for the Minister’s solidarity and reassured that the agency would continue to support victims with relief materials. She also reiterated NEMA’s readiness to partner with the Ministry of Works and other stakeholders to boost emergency preparedness and disaster response across the country.
Both parties pledged to work closely with the Sokoto State Government and relevant agencies to improve disaster management systems and long-term community safety.
The visit underscores a people-centered approach to governance, anchored on compassion, responsibility, and unity in addressing national crisis.
