In a heartwarming display of corporate social responsibility and solidarity, a consortium of Nigerian Bank Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) has pledged significant support to alleviate the suffering of flood victims in Niger State.
The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, on Saturday in Abuja, received relief materials from the Body of Bank CEOs led by its Chairman, Mr Oliver Alawuba.
The gesture is aimed at supporting victims of the recent devastating floods in Mokwa Local Council of the state. Alawuba, who is also the Group Managing Director/CEO of United Bank for Africa (UBA), led the delegation to the Niger State Government House, Abuja, where they presented essential relief items, including bags of rice, beverages, vegetable oil, and mattresses worth millions of naira.
The devastating floods, which have affected thousands of families in the region, have prompted the banking community to come together in a show of empathy and support to those displaced and affected by the disaster.
In his address, Alawuba expressed the banking industry’s deep sympathy for the affected communities, reaffirming its dedication to sustainable support, while pointing out that the gesture underscores the banking sector’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and humanitarian intervention, especially in times of crisis.
He said: “Today, we stand with the people of Niger State in their time of need. We want you to know that we feel your pain and we give you our resolve to assist in rebuilding lives. This donation is just the beginning; we pledge continued collaboration with the Niger State Government to ensure long-term recovery and resilience.”
