From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse
No fewer than, 154,412 less privilege households have collected their payments cards for the Renewed Hope non-conditional social security grant in Jigawa State.
This was announced by the State Commissioner of Special Duties and Humanitarian Affairs, Hon. Auwal Dalladi Sankara, while fielding questions from newsmen about the programme.
He explained that the ministry commenced the first phase of the grant distribution exercise in January and currently they are on the second phase. So far, over 126,636 registered households have collected their payment cards from across the 27 local government areas of the state.
Hon. Sankara noted that as the exercise continues, they hope to complete the distribution of the remaining 27,776 in time to ensure the common man benefits from the social security package provided by His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The Commissioner added that President Tinubu reviewed the grant from N10,000 per two-month payment cycle to N25,000 per payment cycle. Each beneficiary is entitled to three payment cycles, totalling N75,000.
“The President reviewed the amount to enhance the impact of the programme, which is designed to help households improve their nutrition and family economy,” he said.
“The grant may sound small, but it has a great impact on the common man’s life and the national micro-economy. For example, the capital of food vendors, tea sellers, and other small local businesses, if you analyze them, you will understand how such an amount can make a difference in society.”
“This exercise is going on smoothly in Jigawa State because of the support provided by His Excellency Governor Malam Umar Namadi, who is always passionate about any project or programme that can improve the lives of the common man in the state.”
“The Renewed Hope Social Security grant is one of several programmes initiated by the President for improving livelihoods and rural economy. This is also in tandem with Jigawa State Governor Malam Umar Namadi’s 12-point agenda,” the Commissioner stated.
Hon. Sankara further assured the people of Jigawa State that President Tinubu and Governor Namadi are always working hand in hand to improve their lives, and to put the state and country on a path of growth and prosperity for sustainable development
