The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, has strongly condemned the attack on Sunday, February 9, 2020 by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in Auno, Borno state, which claimed innocent lives and destroyed properties.
In a statement made available to Blueprint in Abuja Tuesday, which was signed by her special assistant or media, Halima Oyelade, saddened by the incident, Farouq commiserated with the families and loved ones of the victims of this dreadful attack.
While condemning the attack, the minister noted that Sunday’s assault was a cowardly disregard of the right of Nigerians to life and peace.
She further stated, “the ministry will continue to work within its mandate and will interface with the relevant humanitarian actors, disaster relief and security agencies to ensure that the survivors of this dastardly act are adequately catered for”.
“Our deepest sympathy and condolences go to the families of the victims and to the government and the good people of Borno State. We pray that Almighty Allah grants the injured speedy recovery,” she stated.
