Bauchi State Government Flags Off Distribution of Palliatives for Vulnerable Persons

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The Bauchi State Government has embarked on a massive palliative distribution exercise to alleviate the effects of the fuel subsidy removal in the country. This initiative includes the distribution of 89,000 bags of rice to 20 local government areas, payment of N10,000 each to vulnerable citizens, provision of mass transportation buses, payment of students' scholarship, and payment of outstanding gratuities and leave grant to civil servants. Governor Bala Mohammed stated that this move is part of the federal government's palliative packages, which will complement the state's economic empowerment initiatives aimed at lifting families out of poverty.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Bauchi State Government has flagged off the distribution of food and non-food items, including 89,000 bags of rice, to 20 local government areas as part of the federal government's palliative packages.
  • The initiative includes payment of N10,000 each to the most vulnerable citizens, provision of mass transportation buses, and payment of students' scholarship.
  • The federal government's palliative intervention includes the distribution of five trailer loads of rice and N5 billion in cash and in kind to each state, with 52% as a grant and 48% as a loan payable over 20 months.
  • The Bauchi State Government has released N2 billion and is making arrangements to access the remaining money to provide additional palliatives.
  • The state has also constituted a committee to handle the task of recommending immediate interventions to alleviate the sufferings of its people.
  • The committee has wide-spread membership comprising government officials, traditional institutions, religious leaders, and other stakeholders.
  • Extensive consultations were made by the sub-committees to determine workable solutions for the implementation of palliative measures.
  • The Bauchi State Government has been consistent in assisting its citizens through various humanitarian interventions, including the Kaura Economic Empowerment Program.

Statistics:

  • 89,000 bags of rice to be distributed to 20 local government areas.
  • N10,000 each to be paid to the most vulnerable citizens.
  • N2 billion released by the Bauchi State Government to access additional palliatives.
  • N5 billion in cash and in kind to be provided by the federal government to each state.
  • 52% grant and 48% loan payable over 20 months.

Sources:

  • "Bauchi State Gov flags off distribution of palliatives," September 2023, [Source not mentioned, please provide exact source]
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