Niger State Government Donates About 200 Million To Victims Of Dynamite Explosion

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The Niger State Government has donated ₦174 million to victims of the recent dynamite explosion in Sabon Pegi, Mashegu Local Government Area. The tragic incident, which occurred last Sunday, resulted in two fatalities, six injuries, and the destruction of multiple properties.

Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago announced the donation while visiting the explosion site, where he sympathized with affected residents. He also disclosed the allocation of the relief funds, stating that:

₦5 million each will be given to those whose houses were completely destroyed.
₦2 million each will go to those whose homes were partially damaged.
₦1 million will be given to each injured victim.
₦2 million will be allocated to the families of the deceased.
₦1 million each will be given to those whose vehicles were affected.
Additionally, the immediate past governor and current senator representing Niger North, Abubakar Sani Bello, contributed ₦50 million to assist the victims.

The explosion, which occurred while many residents were still asleep, led to the destruction of 17 houses, damage to 35 more, and the loss of nine vehicles.

 

Governor Bago used the opportunity to urge residents to support the state government’s mining policies instead of illegally stockpiling dynamites, which pose a significant risk to communities.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, described the tragedy as a preventable disaster, adding that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to intensify awareness campaigns against illegal mining and the dangers of unauthorized explosives.

In response to the incident, Mashegu Local Government Chairman, Mr. Umar Jibrin Igade, announced a temporary ban on artisanal mining due to concerns that many residents still possess dynamites in their homes.

Accompanying the governor, lawmakers from the state and national assemblies called for strict regulations on the use and storage of explosives to prevent future occurrences.

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