By Olusegun Olanrewaju
The Kano State Government yesterday said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has so far directed the release of 42,000 metric tons of essential commodities to the state for distribution to vulnerable individuals.
The President conveyed the goods through the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), encompassing essentials such as maize, millet, sorghum, and garri.
The Director-General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar, who delivered the commodities on behalf of the Federal Government, said the gesture was in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to mitigating the repercussions of the current economic downturn.
Within this allocation, Kano State has been apportioned 969 metric tons of maize, 1,320 metric tons of sorghum, and 417 metric tons of millet, to be distributed equitably across all local government areas.
A fraction of the food provisions, equivalent to twenty percent, is earmarked for religious institutions, whereas three per cent will be allocated to boarding schools.
Umar also issued a caution regarding an impending flood in 2024, referencing the Seasonal Climate Prediction and Annual Flood Outlook.
Upon receiving the consignment, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf pledged adherence to the directives of the federal government in distributing the item.
Yusuf issued a stern admonition against any individual intending to deviate or engage in nefarious activities during the distribution process.
Expressing gratitude for the generosity of the President, Governor Yusuf extended appreciation for the goodwill gesture while appealing for continued support for the people of Kano State.
