… Distribution Devoid Of Political, Ethnic Leaning
By Blessing Otobong-Gabriel
In order to cushion the effect of economic hardship in the federal capital territory, the Chairman, Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, Hon. Christopher Zakka Maikalangu on Tuesday, flag-off distribution of food items to the residents of AMAC across the 12 wards.
Speaking at the flag-off ceremony for the distribution of staple food items to vulnerable residents Maikalangu said the items wouldn’t have been possible without the intervention of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the FCT minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike.
Maikalangu explained that the distribution of palliatives to vulnerable persons in Abuja Municipal Area Council is very significant to the council, saying the exercise is intended to alleviate the burden, scarcity and high costs of food for the most vulnerable members of society.
The Chairman expressed profound gratitude to President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his rapid response to the yearnings of Nigerians that prompted him to approve the distribution of the palliatives to cushion the effect of food shortage in the country.
He also thanked the minister for his timely release of these palliatives. ” Its equally important to note, that this initiative is aims at addressing food shortages and provide relief to Nigerians in line with the government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.”
He added: “It may interest you to know that this is not a political gathering, the people you are seeing here today, are residents of AMAC who were invited, irrespective of their ethnic groups, religion inclination and political party affiliation and these people were drawn from 12 political wards of the Council.
“To this ends, Myself, Supervisory Councilor for Agriculture and others will monitor and ensure the smooth and equitable distribution of these food items.
“To ensure a fair distribution process, strict security measures are already in place to avoid theft. You have to queue responsibly and orderly to receive this food items, no thuggery or criminal activity shall be allowed in this environment. If you have any intention to disrupt the distribution of these items today better leave this environment because our security agencies are ready are on red alert to secure and protect the lives of our residents.
“We as a council understand that sustainable development depends on the welfare of our citizens, so we are committed to agricultural revolution, which is very important for us in achieving food security.
“Our administration places greater attention on agriculture, the oldest profession in the world. In few days from now we will distribute essential agricultural inputs to farmers in the rural areas to support a successful planting season and ensure an abundant food supply.
