Governor Yusuf Flags Off Distribution of 54,600 Bags of Rice Across Kano for Ramadan
Kano, Feb. 14, 2025 — Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has flagged off the distribution of 54,600 bags of rice to residents across Kano State as part of efforts to cushion hardship during the Ramadan period.
The flag-off ceremony took place at Maganda Road in Kano.
Speaking at the event, the governor described the exercise as an annual intervention designed to support residents during the holy month of Ramadan (1447 AH).
According to him, the distribution will cover all 44 local government areas of the state, alongside other selected beneficiaries.
Governor Yusuf disclosed that 91 trucks of rice, equivalent to 54,600 bags of 50kg each, have been approved for distribution. He stated that 44 trucks would be allocated directly to the 44 local government areas, while the remaining 47 trucks would be distributed to selected groups and individuals across the state.
To ensure transparency and accountability, the governor announced the establishment of committees at both state and local government levels to supervise the supply, distribution, and delivery of the rice.
He said the state-level committee is chaired by the Secretary to the State Government, while the Ministry of Agriculture serves as the coordinating body.
Governor Yusuf also called on the Federal Government and other stakeholders to collaborate in easing the economic burden on citizens during Ramadan.
In his remarks, the Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, commended the governor for the initiative, describing it as a gesture that would reduce anxiety among residents during the fasting period.
Similarly, the Chairperson of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in the state, Hajiya Sa’adatu Yushau Soja, expressed appreciation to the governor for involving local governments in the distribution process and assured that the items would be judiciously distributed to beneficiaries.
