Kebbi supports displaced mother of triplets after bandit attack
by Moronfolu Adeyemi · The Eagle OnlineThe Kebbi State Government has provided relief materials to a woman displaced by banditry who recently gave birth to triplets in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of the state.
The beneficiary, Hindatu Lauwali, delivered two boys and a girl on October 25 at the Danko/Wasagu General Hospital. The newborns were subsequently referred to the Federal Teaching Hospital, Birnin Kebbi, where they are receiving treatment for neonatal jaundice.
The assistance, which included food items, mattresses and other essential materials, was presented by the Chairman of the State Emergency Management Agency, Alhaji Kabiru Bako Zauro.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ahmed Idris, the intervention followed a directive from Governor Nasir Idris after he received information about the woman’s circumstances.
Zauro said the governor was concerned about Lauwali’s situation and directed the agency to provide immediate assistance to her and the newborns.
He said: “We received information that a woman, Hindatu Lauwali, who is a victim of banditry and currently resides in an IDP camp in Kwargiye community, Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area, had delivered triplets.
“Following the report, His Excellency, Governor Nasir Idris, directed the agency to provide the necessary support to the mother.
“Consequently, we have presented food items, mattresses and other essential materials to assist her and her family while her babies receive medical attention at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Birnin Kebbi.”
The SEMA chairman said the intervention reflected the government’s commitment to supporting vulnerable residents, particularly people displaced by insecurity.
He also prayed for the speedy recovery of the triplets, expressing hope that they would overcome their health challenges.
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Zauro assured residents that the agency would continue to respond to humanitarian emergencies and provide assistance to affected individuals and communities across the state.
Lauwali, who fled Ragam village following a bandit attack, is currently taking refuge at an Internally Displaced Persons camp in Kwargiye community, Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area.
Recounting her experience, she said bandits invaded and took control of her village, forcing residents to abandon their homes and seek safety elsewhere.
She explained that when her health condition deteriorated, the village head, Muhammad Ragam, intervened to ensure she received medical attention.
“When my condition worsened, a joint Da’awa group took me to Zuru Local Government Area for further medical attention,” she said.
Lauwali said she delivered the first baby without assistance, while medical personnel at Danko/Wasagu General Hospital helped her deliver the remaining two.
She added that the medical personnel subsequently recommended that the newborns be taken to Zuru General Hospital for further observation and treatment.
The mother expressed appreciation to the Emir of Zuru, Alhaji Sanusi Mika’ilu-Sami, for his intervention and support during the difficult period.
She also thanked those who assisted her throughout her pregnancy and childbirth, particularly after she was forced to flee her community following the bandit attack.
The Kebbi State Government reiterated its commitment to providing humanitarian support to victims of insecurity and other vulnerable residents.
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