Red Cross Brings Hope To Flood -Ravaged Edo Communities

 Habiba Sam

The Nigerian Red Cross Society, with support from the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Society, has provided N38 million to flood-affected communities in Edo State. 

The funds were disbursed to 500 beneficiaries in Ikpe and Ogbesse communities, with each recipient receiving N77,000 to improve their standard of living.

In a brief with newsmen ,Mr. Wilson Ekhomogiazin, Branch Secretary of the Nigerian Red Cross Society in Edo State, explained that the organization visited the communities in 2024 to assess the flood's impact. The funds are targeted at vulnerable individuals, including the elderly, physically challenged persons, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers.

"The Nigerian Red Cross Society has been working to improve the lives of indigent Nigerians in the society." 

In 2024, they empowered 1,000 indigent persons in various communities and issued an early warning protocol to them. 

This protocol aimed to provide capacity for communities prone to flood disasters, supporting 1,000 households.

Nwaoha Charity, Disaster Management Officer, commended the selection process for beneficiaries, urging them to join the Nigerian Red Cross Society to impact lives. 

The Director of Rehabilitation Services, Ministry of Women Affairs, Edo State, also praised the organization for its efforts and encouraged beneficiaries to use the funds wisely.

Appreciating Red Cross on behalf  of the beneficiaries,the Chairman of Ikpe Community, Mr. Christopher Victor, thanked the donor for their kindness and promised to utilize the funds effectively.

 This gesture highlights the Nigerian Red Cross Society's commitment to providing humanitarian aid and support to those in need.

The Nigerian Red Cross Society has been actively responding to flood disasters across the country. In recent efforts, they have distributed relief items and provided cash transfers to affected families. 

Their work in Edo State is part of a broader initiative to support communities impacted by natural disasters.

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