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Tue, Aug 29, 2023 1:15 PMBayelsa State Emergency Management Agency Warns Against Consuming Flood Palliatives
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The Bayelsa State Emergency Management Agency (BYSEMA) has warned residents to exercise caution when consuming food items taken from a privately-owned warehouse. According to BYSEMA, the food items, including rice and garri, were not fresh food palliatives but rather remnants from the 2022 flood palliatives.
The incident occurred on Sunday, August 27, when angry residents in Yenagoa, the state capital, invaded the warehouse and carted away food items, including rice, beans, garri, noodles, and other essentials. The residents expressed frustration over the non-distribution of palliatives provided by the federal government in response to the fuel subsidy removal policy.
BYSEMA's director-general, Hon. Walamam Sam Igrubia, clarified that the agency had used the warehouse to store food items during the 2022 flood in the state. He explained that the food items found in the warehouse were not fit for consumption.
"As part of preparations for an impending flood this year, the DG visited the premises, and alongside BYSEMA personnel, remnants of food items, notably rice and garri that were no longer fit for consumption, were cleared from the warehouse and placed outside for disposal the next day," said Igrubia.
He further emphasized that the items were not fresh food palliatives and were not hoarded by the agency or the state government. Igrubia highlighted that the remnants were less than 10 bags of rice and garri, along with broken cans of oil.
The agency reiterated that these food items were unfit for human consumption. The BYSEMA director-general assured Bayelsans that a responsible and caring government would not offer such items as palliatives.
It is crucial for residents to be cautious and avoid consuming these remnants, as they may pose health risks. The BYSEMA's statement serves as a reminder to exercise discretion and not consume or distribute food items that might be unsafe.
As the state government and relevant agencies strive to address the needs of flood victims, transparency and effective communication are imperative. BYSEMA's clarification regarding the warehouse incident helps to dispel any concerns of hoarding food palliatives intended for those affected by the floods.
In conclusion, BYSEMA urges the public to remain vigilant and aware of the origins of food items before consuming them. The agency is committed to the well-being and safety of Bayelsans, ensuring that only fresh and safe food palliatives reach those who need them the most.
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