Shettima said that the gesture was to enable the victims celebrate the Eid-El-Kabir happily, and therefore urged them to pray for lasting peace in the country.

“This gift is aimed at supporting them in the spirit of Ed-El-aKabir,” she said.

One of the beneficiaries, Yagana Mustapha, a widow, thanked the wife of the Governor for the support which she said would enable her celebrate Sallah with Joy.