By Umar Faruk
Birnin Kebbi, Nigeria, April 12, 2026(Series News Online)- The National Hydro-Electric Power Producing Areas Development Commission, N-HYPPADEC, has presented N10 million and assorted relief materials to communities in Shanga Local Government Area affected by recent bandit attacks.
Managing Director of the Commission, Alhaji Abubakar Sadiq-Yelwa, announced the intervention on Monday during a condolence visit to Shanga LGA, where he commiserated with Governor Nasir Idris and residents over the incidents.
The attacks, which struck Kawara, Binuwa, Kalkami, Dabe, Kasoshi, Kafar Giwa, and Madubi, left several people dead and destroyed property valued at millions of naira.
Sadiq-Yelwa described the assaults as “catastrophic and condemnable,” adding that they were intended to “disrupt peace and destroy the livelihoods of innocent residents.”
“We condemn this act of cowardice by criminal elements whose intention is to destabilise communities and deprive citizens of their means of livelihood,” he said.
The Managing Director said the Commission considered it imperative to offer immediate assistance to ease the burden on the affected communities.
“As part of our modest intervention, we are donating N10 million in cash, 100 bags of 50kg rice and 100 bags of assorted grains, in addition to other essential relief materials, to support displaced persons,” Sadiq-Yelwa stated.
He listed additional items to include cooking oil, seasoning, detergents, soap, blankets, and mats.
Sadiq-Yelwa praised the state government’s response to the security situation and expressed confidence in Governor Idris’ resolve to restore peace in the affected areas.
Responding on behalf of the Governor, Commissioner for Rural and Community Development, Alhaji Garba Salisu-Takware, thanked N-HYPPADEC for what he called a timely intervention.
“We assure that the cash donation and relief materials will be distributed promptly to the affected victims,” Salisu-Takware said.
He noted that the state government had already activated measures to care for displaced persons while strengthening security across Kebbi.
During the visit, the N-HYPPADEC Managing Director also paid a condolence visit to the Emir of Yauri, Dr. Muhammad Zayyanu-Abdullahi.
The Emir commended the Commission for its solidarity with victims, describing the support as timely. “We appreciate your support and solidarity with the victims at a difficult time,” he said.
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