Ogun State government has rolled out palliatives to cushion the effect of the current economic hardship experienced in the country.
The State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun yesterday gave the cheering news while addressing the Press at the Olusegun Osoba Press Centre, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
He announced that his government had set out about N5bn for palliatives for the people of the state, sayingthat the money would cover all the sectors of the economy.
The governor who appreciated the perseverance, patience and understanding of all the good people of Ogun State assured them that the present economic situation was just a transient phase that would soon pass.
"Whatever we experience now are just necessary sacrifices that we have to make towards ensuring a greater tomorrow" the governor said, as he also appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his continuous efforts in navigating the complexities of our nation's economic landscape.
"As our Administration acknowledges the concerns raised by many of our citizens regarding the rising food prices and shortages, coupled with the depreciation of the Naira, we identify with you and are taking proactive measures to alleviate the impact of these challenges to guarantee the welfare, well-being and wellness of our citizens in this difficult time." the governor added.
He explained that his government in the education sector provided a minimum of 5 exercise books for all 850,000 students in our public primary and secondary schools. Providing a one-time N10,000 education support grant for at least 100,000 pupils in our public primary and secondary schools in the state.
"Providing all 27,600 indigent students in tertiary institutions nationwide with an education grant of N50,000 each.
"Health Sector: We will be providing insurance health cover for over 70,000 beneficiaries to include pregnant women, children, the elderly, market women and other members of the informal sector."he added
Prince Dapo Abiodun said that for pregnant women, under our Ibidero Scheme, his government would be provide free pre-natal care, an additional N5,000 per birth and free post-natal care in our State Hospitals and Primary Health Care Centers across the State.
"Food Palliatives: Provision of food palliatives to include rice and other food items for about 300,000 households across the State. Civil Servants:The State Government will commence to offset the backlog of inherited deductions."
He added that N500m would be made available for the monthly payment of outstanding deductions from workers' salaries in the state.
"Our primary responsibility as a Government is to provide security of lives and properties to all residents in the State. I have met with the law enforcement agencies in our State and let me be clear, I will not allow anyone to test our will. Anyone who wants to test our will, will do so at their own peril. While the road ahead may be challenging, your patience, understanding and cooperation are crucial as we navigate these challenging times together." the governor noted.
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