The Bauchi state government has flagged off the commencement of the distribution of Ramadan palliative for beneficiaries across the 20 local government areas of the state.
Governor Bala Mohammed who flagged off the exercise at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi, said already, grains worth N2 billion have been purchased for distribution to beneficiaries for Ramadan period.
The governor noted that the state government is committed to ensuring that the distribution process of the Ramadan palliative is conducted with utmost transparency, as monitoring committee has been set up to supervise the exercise.
He commended President Bola Tinubu for his administration’s swift response to the hardship confronting the nation, saying that the collaboration between the federal government and the state governments is a testament to collective commitment to provide succour and solace to citizens during challenging times.
“The rising cost of foodstuffs and inflation have played a heaven burden on citizens and it was as a result of genuine concern for welfare and well-being of our people that the state government in collaboration with the federal government embarked on this intervention.
“I am pleased to inform you that the Bauchi state government has allocated more than N2 billion towards the purchase of grains and has received substantial contribution from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), North East Development Commission and the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security to ensure citizens have access to essential food items during this period.”
He said in recognition of the importance of transparency and accountability initiative, the state government has set up a committee with critical stakeholders as members to coordinate the distribution and tasked members on fair and transparent distribution.
