REPS MEMBER LAORI MOVES TO MITIGATE THE IMPACT OF FLOOD ON FOOD SECURITY IN NUMAN DEMSA LAMURDE FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY.

 

Owing to the devastating effects of flood disaster where many have been rendered hapless, Farmers in Numan/Demsa/ Lamurde have been aided through an empowerment initiative by the member representing Numan Demsa Lamurde in the House of Representatives, Hon. Kwamoti B Laori.

The federal law maker who sponsored the distribution of Water Pumps, Herbicides, Knapsack Sprayers and Fertilizer to farmers in his Constituency, believed the gestures will go a long way into ameliorating the plight of those affected.

The gesture which is clearly aimed at mitigating the impact of flood that ravaged the area in October where crops and farmlands were destroyed, is expected to also uplift the spirit of victim who appear despondent.

 Stakeholders who witnessed the occasion applauded the Reps member for coming to the aid of the farmers at the time it is needed the most.

They described the effort as apt and timely as it would boast the morale of the farmers who have since commenced land preparation for the dry season cropping in the area.

In his remarks, the law maker advised beneficiaries to make good use of the items while urging those yet to benefit to patiently await their turn as such distribution would continue to take place as long as he continues representing them.

Others who spoke at the event included the Deputy Speaker, Rt Hon. Pwamwakaino Makondo, Hon. Commissioner Tertiary Education, Prof. Dishi Khobe, Hon. Christopher Sofore- Executive Chairman Numan LGA, Elder Amna Farai, Hon, Dimas Bello and host of others.

The beneficiaries on their part expressed gratitude for the gesture and prayed God to reward the member for his life impacting intervention .

Highlights of the event was a cultural dance display by the Bachama Traditional Dance Troupe.

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HON LAORI FACILITATES TRAINING OF CRITICAL STAKEHOLDERS AND COMMUNITY BASED INSTITUTIONS ON ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

 

A two day intensive training that is meant to empower district heads and other critical stakeholders with the basic skills of alternative dispute resolution has been organized at the Pwanobato Event center, Numan by Hon Kwamoti B Laori, the Member representing Numan/Demsa / Lamurde Constituency in the National Assembly.

The all important training which is meant to  promote peaceful coexistence among his  constituents had participants drafted from  the religious, traditional institutions, community security structures, women, youth and cultural groups.

The training which was segmented into different brain storming sessions and practical experimentation approaches was made rich by having resources persons  such as Prof. Chinyere Alimba, Dr Agoso Bamaiyi, Dr Clement Jakhinwa, Musa Shalangwa who further enlightened participants on the  various models and approaches to  conflict resolutions.

Representatives from security agents such as the DSS, The Nigerian Police Force , The NSCDC and other related organisations such as the Public Complaint Commission, participated as worthy contributors to the training.

Earlier in his opening remark, Hon Laori appreciated the invaluable  role being played by District Heads and the community based structures which according to him  has tremendously helped in promoting unity, peace and progress in their respective domains.

The law maker laid emphasis on how significant the training is, given that it will sharpen their skills in conflict prevention and management. He advised against the tendency to resort to Court litigation, saying the cost implication can be somewhat straining on both the part of the complainant and the defendant hence the need to embrace an alternative approach in a manner that preserves  relationship thereby restoring peaceful coexistence among conflicting parties.

At the end of the training,  participants expressed appreciation to the law maker as they described the program as a huge success where they have immensely benefited due to the vision of the law maker who prioritize peace as a cardinal point of his of legislative duties. 

Speaking on behalf of the District Heads and participants Chief Linus Anonoma, the Kpana Rigangun further promised to trickle down the training to village heads and other traditional structures who will in turn apply the skills in resolving dispute. 

It is hoped that the process will help reduce pressure on paramount rulers who have been bombarded with numerous trivial cases that ordinarily should have been settled  at the lower level.

Highlights of the event was the presentation of certificates to participants by Hon Kwamoti B Laori and assisted by Mal. Mohammed Nasir Umar, the representative of Public Complaints Commission in the Zone.

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*Rt. Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori Morns Chief Fibi Nadah*

 

The member representing Numan/ Demsa/ Lamurde Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori, expressed rude shock and sadness over the report of the demise of one of Bwatiye's illustrious daughters, Chief Mrs. Fibi Nancy Nadah who passed on the on 13th Nov. 2022.

Kwamoti described, Late Chief Mrs. Fibi Nadah as a rare gem who dedicated her live to the service of humanity and her fatherland with dignity, honour and respect as teacher and a mentor. 

Late Chief Mrs. Nadah represents a generation of women of integrity, a role model to hundreds of her students, colleagues and friends, cutting across several generations.

Hon. Kwamoti made this known in a press statement made available to Daily Rendezvous, on Sunday Evening. 

In his statement, Hon. Kwamoti said, "I received  with sadness and rude shock the news of the demise of our mother, grandmother, a teacher, a community leader and an inspiration to many aspiring leaders."

"Mama Nadah has inspired me to always aim at achieving the best that I could in life.

"She has always seen the best in me and has showed love to all irrespective of our difference."

Kwamoti adds that, " Chief Nadah has left us when her, experience, wisdom and grace is needed most; especially now that Nigeria is deeply divided along ethnic, cultural and religious lines. 

"Although now gone, Chief Nadah has left indelible marks in the sands of time and her legacy would be remembered through  generations.

"I sincerely commiserate with her immediate family, the Hama Bachama, Homun Dr. Daniel Shaga Ismaila CON, the Bachama Traditional Council, Adamawa State and indeed the Nation for the irreparable loss. 

"May her gentle soul rest in peace."

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*Hon Kwamoti bestowed with award of Excellence*

Adding more feathers in his cap , the member Representing Numan Demsa Lamurde Federal Constituency in the National Assembly Hon Kwamoti B Laori has been honored by the Lutheran Gospel Singers, LCCN Todi Diocese in an event which held at LCCN St. Peters Cathedral Bali, Demsa LGA on 22nd October, 2022.

Reading a citation in his honour, The organizers revealed that the member was confered the award in recognition of his invaluable contribution to the spread of the gospel and sponsorship of Gospel Songs production and Ministers over the time 

Relating further, The Diocese applauded the law maker's passionate commitment to the spread of Gospel in Songs and renditions including all other forms of ministrations across the Diocese, LCCN Church and the entire Christiendom. To this effect, they maintained that his gestures are recognized in the vineyard of God.

 Represented by his Legislative Aide Hon. Samuel Lazarus Gibson, Hon Laori appreciated the Lutheran Gospel Singers for the recognition promising to do more . He emphasized that God is the one who gives grace and servitude to glorify him is only but paramount.

He encourage the Gospel Singers who are mostly of youthful age to do more in the service of God with their talents and strength while they can.

He posited that in serving God lies the assurance of salvation and reward, both physical and eternal which should be what everyone should aim for in the end.

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*_Hon. Kwamoti felicitates with HE Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on conferment of award of excellence_*

 

The member Representing Numan/Demsa/Lamurde Federal Constituency in the National Assembly has felicitated with His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Fintiri on his recognition as the *Best Infrastructure Delivery Governor of the Year 2022.* 

 In an elaborate event organized by Best Strategic Media in collaboration with the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, where eminent personalities attended. Hon. Kwamoti aplauded the fact that it was President Muhammadu Buhari in person who handed the award to the Governor.

Acknowledging the Governor's recorded strides, Hon. Kwamoti described Fintiri as an exemplary leader who has clearly demonstrated a passionate commitment to transform Adamawa State. 

The law maker further noted that in less than 4 years, Governor Fintiri's administration has touched lives by revitalizing virtually every sector that needed attention. He further noted the attention given to critical sectors such as education, health, roads as well as human capital development and social intervention; the recorded feats by Fintiri are undoubtedly unprecedented in the history of Adamawa State.

Hon Kwamoti applauded the organizers of the award ceremony for their forthrightness in the painstakingly meticulous process of identifying for recognition.. transformational leaders whose track record stands as worthy of emulation.

In his words, Laori said "It's undebatable how deservedly Fintiri to have been bestowed this award, most assuredly this would spur him to do more and young aspiring leaders would be inspired to emulate him"

The lawmaker who was visibly elated, expressed gratitude to God for being a living witness and a supporter to the transformative strides of the Fintiri led administration.

He admonished the people of his Constituency and Adamawa State in general to continue giving the needed support to Governor Fintiri's transformation drive.

To ensure his continuity beyond 2023, Laori urged the electorates to use their PVCs in ensuring he is returned.

Lastly, Hon Kwamoti Laori also used the occasion to wish Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri a Happy 55 year birthday celebration in health and prosperity.

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*Hon. Kwamoti B Laori sympathizes with victims of flood disaster in Numan Demsa and Lamurde LGAs**.

Moved with compassion over the plight of flood victims in his Constituency, the member Representing Demsa/Numan/Lamurde Federal Constituency at the National Assembly Hon Kwamoti B Laori has recently completed an on the spot assessment tour of communities affected by flood with a view to ameliorating their pathetic situation.

The law maker who had Prior to his visit to the affected communities donated relief materials to the victims also sponsored officials of the Ecological Project Office Abuja to assess the situation for a possible federal government intervention in the area.

It could be recalled that the member had severally presented motions on the floor of the House of Representatives, National Assembly on Early preparation to Mitigate impact of flood disaster in the Benue trough, to this end, Hon Laori has made case for the need to construct a buffer dam at Dasin-Fufore LGA to reduce the volume of water released from Lagdo Dam, he has among many requests called on the federal government to provide relief materials and drugs to victims of Flood Disaster.

In the same vein, The Law maker has written letters to National Emergency Management Agency, Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

He has also paid advocacy visits to relevant Ministries, Department and Agencies seeking Federal Government Intervention to mitigate and end the perennial flood disaster that has plagued the people of his Constituency over the years. 

Laori has posited that the consequences of destruction of lives and livelihood which has become the norm during rainy season must be curbed to its bearest minimum.

Many of the affected inhabitants who could not hide their joy at his prompt and consistent response to their plight have continue to drum up support for him noting that the overall effort of the federal law maker are worth commendation.

Hon. Laori appealed to the people to remain prayerful and hopeful for better days ahead.

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*HON. Kwamoti B. Laori seeks ways to prevent flooding Around Numan, Demsa and Lamurde LGAs, seeks Federal Government Intervention.*

 

Moved by the pitiable situations of victims while at the same time making attempst to proffer lasting solution to the annual flood in communities along River Benue in Numan/Demsa/Lamurde Federal Constituency, Rep. Kwamoti has sponsored the visit of officials of the Ecological Project Office, Abuja to assess the level of damage done to affected communities.

 

The visiting team which comprise of Engineers and Surveyor were in Adamawa State to carry out a survey of communities affected by flood in Numan, Demsa and Lamurde LGAs with a view to developing a comprehensive engineering design that will mitigate the impact of flooding in the area.

Visiting Officials who included -Alh. Ibrahim Salisu, Engr. Aminu Tofiq Biodun and Engr. Bilya Fana were also at the Palace of Hama Bachama, HRM. Dr. Daniel Shaga Ismaila (oon) Kpawo-nomwe, Gilongo - Diya to intimate him on the import of their visit and to also seek his Royal blessing.

Some inhabitants of the communities visited expressed optimism and hope that the annual disaster would soon be history given the level of interventions embarked upon by the Federal Government under President Muhammadu Buhari (GCFR).

Hon. Kwamoti B. Laori pledged to engage both legislative and extra- legislative means to ensure that flooding become a thing of the past. 

The people commended the law maker for providing relief materials to victims and for the extra legislative effort he is making to prevent future occurrence.

The people who were visibly elated aplauded the initiative while also pledging their continuous support and solidarity to the law maker. They pledged to identify with him even as they prayed for him to succeed in all his endeavor.

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*HON. KWAMOTI DONATES RELIEF MATERIALS TO VICTIMS OF FLOOD DISASTER IN NUMAN/DEMSA/LAMURDE.*

 

In a bid to cushion some effects by  ameliorating the suffering of the victims of flood disaster in Numan, Demsa and Lamurde LGAs, Reps Member Hon  Kwamoti B Laori has donated assorted foodstuffs to victims of the natural disaster.

The law maker  expressed  displeasure over the continuous negligence of the Federal Government towards the plight of the people as  the flood become a yearly reoccurrence.

He further expressed  dissatisfaction with the fire brigade approach of government over the years in response to natural disasters such as flood in the area.

He stressed that all efforts to make the federal government to take proactive measures towards prevention of the recurring disaster were not taken with the anticipated seriousness it deserves.

He blamed the federal government for not heeding the professional advise provided in several motions by himself and other members of parliaments being affected by perennial flooding in other parts of the Country especially, states along the Benue trough.

While commiserating with the flood victims, Kwamoti further assured them of his unrelenting efforts to ensure that the federal government do the needful in providing relief as well as taking permanent measures to prevent future occurrence 

Some of the advise given according to the law maker includes dredging of River Benue to rid the water channel of siltation, Review of the agreement if any between Nigeria and Cameroon on the use of Water resources from Lagdo Dam and the construction of a buffer Dam at Dasin- Fufore LGA of Adamawa State to break  the water pressure by containing the excess releases to prevent flood in the area.

The Rep. Member further assured the people of his commitment to get the Federal Government to respond to their plight. 

He maintained that though the relief materials provided may not be sufficient to address the huge needs gaps that the flood has caused , it is only meant to palliate their suffering.

He encouraged the people to be brave in this trying moment which shall soon be history. He called on the people to be their brother's keepers by  showing love through caring and sharing. 

The victims on their part expressed great appreciation to the Law maker for coming to their aid and assured him of their continuous support and prayers.

Community Leaders also assured the member that the relief materials provided would be judiciously distributed to victims.

Items distributed include, bags of rice, sugar, garri, cartons of Maggi, Nuddles, Spaghetti, tubers of yam, vegetable oil, among others.

Hon. Kwamoti was represented by some political stakeholders and associates from Numan, Demsa and Lamurde LGAs.

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