The Sokoto State House of Assembly has approved the continuation of subsidized food supplies and essential commodities for residents, commending Governor Ahmed Aliyu for his commitment to alleviating the hardships faced by the people. The endorsement includes the assembly’s decision to issue a formal commendation letter to the governor, acknowledging his initiatives.
This approval followed a motion of urgent public importance brought forward by Alhaji Abubakar Shehu (APC-Yabo) and seconded by Shehu Aliyu (APC-Wurno) during the assembly’s plenary session on Thursday. The motion highlights the recent government-led distribution of foodstuffs at subsidized rates across the state to support low-income households.
“We are all aware that our nation is currently grappling with economic challenges, making it difficult for ordinary citizens to meet their daily needs.
“The rising cost of living has left many vulnerable members of society struggling to put food on the table,” he said.
Shehu explained that the government has provided assorted rice at subsidized rates across the 244 wards of the state’s 23 Local Government Areas.
“The initiative is part of the state government’s commitment aimed at alleviating the current economic hardship in the state.
“The governor has assured that the programme will be sustained as a revolving fund scheme, meaning the initiative will continue until further notice,” Shehu added.
He said at the first phase of the project, each of the 244 wards received 600 bags of 50kg rice, subsidized at N38,700, compared to the market price of N65,000 to N70,000.
“This subsidised foodstuff also includes; 25kg bags at N19,500 instead of N35,000, and 10kg bags at N7,740 instead of N14,000 as launched by the governor.
“The gesture will greatly benefit the people and help stabilise market prices, and ensure affordability,” Shehu said.
The Speaker, Alhaji Tukur Bala, put the motion to a voice vote, and it was unanimously approved by the members.
In a related development, the assembly adopted a motion for the rehabilitation of livestock water pools in Mayankan Rogo, Agge, and Na Gwamja communities in Goronyo LGA.
The motion, moved by Alhaji Nasiru Adamu (PDP-Goronyo) and seconded by Alhaji Abdullahi Zakari (APC-Rabah), highlighted the importance of the water pools for boosting socio-economic activities in the affected areas.
“This is in line with the present administration’s efforts to improve the living standards of its people,” Adamu said.
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