The Kogi State Government, in collaboration with the federal government, has launched a cash transfer programme to support the less privileged, with 8,600 households benefiting from the initiative.
The flag-off ceremony was held at the Glass House, Government House, Lokoja.
Speaking at the event, the state coordinator of the Kogi State Social Investment Programme Agency (KOSSIPA), Hajia Aishat Oyiza, expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for empowering the poor at the grassroots.
She advised beneficiaries to keep their ATM cards safe, saying, “This card carries N75,000. Don’t give your card to anybody, including me.”
Oyiza also praised governor Ododo, describing him as the “Chief Servant of the State” who is committed to infrastructure and human development.
The manager of the Kogi State Cash Transfer Unit, Mr. Olorunmosunle Moses Kehinde, said the team was determined to help build a future where poverty becomes a thing of the past and prosperity is shared across the state.
He noted that the event underscored the collaboration between the Kogi state government and the federal government to secure a brighter future where every child has access to education, families enjoy basic amenities, and opportunities are available for all.
Beneficiaries of the programme expressed gratitude and outlined their plans for the funds.
Speaking, Malama Saretu Umoru said she would invest in her pap (akamu) business and repair her grinding machine to ease production.
On his part, Malam Suleiman Yusuf Rufai thanked Governor Ododo and pledged to expand his business with the support.
