By Angela Atabo
The Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, has distributed food items to more than 7,000 women, particularly vulnerable households to promote social welfare across Sokoto State.
Goronyo disclosed in a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr Abdullahi Mohammed, in Abuja on Saturday.
According to him, the social intervention involves the distribution of essential food items such as rice, pasta, and cooking oil among others.
He said the beneficiaries of the food items included vulnerable households in Sabon Garin Dole, Boyekai communities and Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps.
“The initiative forms part of the Minister’s ongoing efforts to cushion the economic challenges faced by citizens, particularly women and low-income families.
“It will also enable them to celebrate the Sallah season with dignity.
“The gesture reflects a broader commitment to inclusive governance, poverty alleviation, and community support, in line with people-centred leadership principles.
“The intervention also aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, which prioritises social investment programmes and improved living standards for Nigerians.”
Goronyo explained that under the agenda, significant strides have been recorded in national development, particularly in the areas of social amenities, security, and the construction and rehabilitation of key road networks.
These roads included: the Sokoto–Illela–Lagos (Badagry) Road, Sokoto–Gusau–Funtua–Zaria Road, and the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano corridor and other road projects across the six geopolitical zones of the country.
He commended the president for his unwavering commitment to the unity of the nation and for his determination to use infrastructure as a powerful tool to bring Nigerians together,” the Minister said.
In addition to humanitarian support, the minister played a vital role in infrastructure development, contributing to critical road projects and other sectors that enhanced economic growth and national connectivity.
Goronyo noted that the intervention complemented ongoing efforts by the Sokoto State Government under the leadership of Gov. Ahmed Aliyu, whose administration has implemented various welfare programmes to improve the lives of citizens.
This initiative further underscores the importance of responsive leadership and targeted interventions in improving the lives of ordinary Nigerians.
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