The founder of ThinkLab Group Limited, Dr Sa’id Alkali Kori, has donated N20 million to the Borno State Government to aid in flood disaster relief efforts following the floodwaters that ravaged about 70 per cent of Maiduguri city.
He also announced additional long-term intervention of N10 million research grant for research on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and Control measures to mitigate the effects of future disasters.
The donation was presented yesterday in Maiduguri by Dr Abba Damuna, Director of Projects, Thinklab Group Limited, accompanied by other delegates from the organisation.
He explained that the latest donation underscores his dedication to supporting communities in crisis.
“The funds will be allocated to immediate relief measures and long-term recovery initiatives, providing essential resources and support to those affected by the flooding. This substantial contribution comes in the wake of severe flooding that has devastated communities across the region,” he added.
The Borno State governor, Babagana Zulum expressed profound gratitude for Dr Kori’s generous contribution, noting that it will significantly bolster their efforts to provide relief materials to the displaced and impacted residents.
Zulum represented by the chairman Committee on Flood, Baba Bukar Gujbawu, noted that the donation is expected to aid in the procurement of emergency supplies, infrastructure repair, and other critical needs.
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