Governor of 3rd poorest State in Nigeria approves ₦4.8bn for Ramadan meals
The Jigawa State Government has approved ₦4.8 billion for the 2024 Ramadan Feeding Programme, which will support vulnerable residents during fasting.
Announcing the decision after a recent council meeting in Dutse, the State Commissioner for Information, Sagir Musa, disclosed that the initiative will be jointly funded by the state and local governments.
“The state government will cover 55 per cent of the total cost, while the local government councils will contribute the remaining 45 per cent,” Musa stated.
As part of efforts to enhance the programme’s reach, the number of feeding centres has been increased from 609 last year to 630 Each centre will cater to 300 individuals daily, providing three different meals, including Kunu, Kosai, and Jollof rice.
