Dr Betta Edu Minister of Humanitarian Affairs
Nov. 1, 2023
The rescued female students of the Federal University Gusau (FUG), have received financial assistance from the Federal Government.
The Zamfara Commissioner for Humanitarian and Relief Matters, Alhaji Salisu Musa has announced this in a statement signed by the spokesperson of the ministry, Malam Bashir Kabir in Gusau on Tuesday.
He said the assistance was presented to the victims through the Federal Ministry for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.
“Each of the 14 students received a token of N214,285 cash from the Federal Government.”
“On behalf of Zamfara Government, We appreciate the gesture and the Honourable Minister Dr. Betta Edu, for the kind assistance to the students,” he said.
The Commissioner appreciated the management of the university and parents of the victims for their patience, understanding , support and cooperation during the sad moment .
The minister had paid a one -day working visit to the state during which he commiserated with the university and the victims.
