From HASSAN JIRGI Damaturu
Yobe State governor, Mai Mala Buni has approved N297 million for the 2025 Ramadan iftar feeding programme, designed to provide meals for over 51,000 people daily throughout the holy month of Ramadan.
Buni said the initiative, overseen by the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Ethical Reorientation, commenced with the distribution of food items to 102 designated centers across the state.
Speaking to newsmen on behalf of the commissioner, Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Alhaji Yusuf Hassan Yusuf, reiterated the government’s commitment to ensure effective implementation of the programme.
Yusuf urged the committee responsible for distribution to work closely with traditional and religious leaders in their respective areas to ensure proper utilisation of the food items.
He also confirmed that funds had been allocated for the transportation of the items to the designated centers.
The commissioner also commended Governor Buni for his consistent support to the ministry and his dedication to improve the welfare of the people, especially during the sacred month of Ramadan.
According to him, this gesture reinforces the governor’s commitment to foster unity and provide the needs of the less privileged during this holy period.
He also called on people to continue giving their maximum support and cooperation to the governor in the interest of the state.
