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India sends aid to flood-hit Nigeria

Updated on: 15 November,2024 07:49 AM IST  |  Abuja
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“In keeping with our commitment to humanitarian assistance for the people of Nigeria, India sent 15 tonnes of the total 75 tonnes of aid to Nigeria in the wake of the devastating floods in the country.”

India sends aid to flood-hit Nigeria

Nigeria is reeling under severe stress due to floods. PIC/AP

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India has sent 15 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Nigeria as the country reels under devastating floods. The details of the humanitarian assistance were shared by the Ministry of External Affairs in a post on the social media platform, X.


“In keeping with our commitment to humanitarian assistance for the people of Nigeria, India sent 15 tonnes of the total 75 tonnes of aid to Nigeria in the wake of the devastating floods in the country.”


The post also noted, “The aid comprises of food items, sleeping mats, blankets, water purification supplies etc. and will support the rehabilitation efforts in the region.” Nigeria is reeling under severe stress as the country has faced devastating floods.


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