16, 255 Ondo residents get FG’s N75,000
A total of 16,255 vulnerable residents in Ondo State have received the Federal Government of Nigeria empowerment fund under the Conditional Fund Transfer.
Speaking at the flagging off of the programme in Akure, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa said his administration would continue to prioritize social inclusion and economic empowerment of vulnerable citizens through strategic partnerships with the Federal Government.
Governor Aiyedatiwa who launched the distribution of the Renewed Hope Debit Cards to the beneficiaries as part of the Federal Government’s National Social Investment Programme (NSIP), implemented in collaboration with the Ondo State Government through the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA), said it would improve the lives of the people of Ondo State.
The Ondo Governor explained that the money would be disbursed in monthly installments of ₦25, 000 for three months through the debit cards.
He said the money would provide direct economic support to the beneficiaries.
“Today, we take yet another bold step in our ongoing commitment to improving the welfare of our people, ensuring social inclusion and fulfilling the promise of Renewed Hope for all.
“We understand the economic challenges that many of our people face and this programme is a clear demonstration that the government stands with you.
“To our esteemed beneficiaries, I urge you to use these funds wisely, invest in your families, support your businesses, and ensure that this opportunity translates to meaningful progress in your lives,” the Governor said.
Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Social Investment, Mr. Alonge Felix Kolawole, described the programme as a reflection of the Governor’s “Our Ease” agenda aimed at making life easier, particularly for women and persons with disabilities.
He stated that thousands benefited during the first phase and emphasized that the selection process was devoid of favoritism or political influence, relying solely on Community-Based Targeting Enumeration.
In his goodwill message, the State Director of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mr. James Adekunle, commended the initiative, stating that Ondo State remains one of the few states that havs fully keyed into the Renewed Hope agenda of President Tinubu. He praised Governor Aiyedatiwa for his proactive efforts in bringing national programmes to the people of the state.
Also speaking, the Chairman of Akure South Local Government, Hon. Gbenga Fasua, thanked the Governor for his commitment to poverty alleviation. He described the Governor as a divinely chosen leader, citing the impact of his programmes in transforming lives across the state.
The Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, who also graced the occasion, praised the Governor’s leadership and alignment with the federal government’s Renewed Hope agenda.
He stated that the people of Ondo State made the right decision in entrusting their future to Governor Aiyedatiwa, noting that the Governor has not disappointed.
