Kwara Govt presents N267m to artisans to ease naira, fuel scarcity challenges
AREWA AGENDA – Kwara State Government under Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has presented cheques totalling N267 million to different artisan groups in fulfilment of the administration’s pledge to give palliatives to various vulnerable groups that have been hard hit by the naira redesign crisis and fuel scarcity.
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According to a statement by the chief press secretary to the governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor said the support for the artisans should translate to ease for the people who enjoy the services of the different economic groups.
The benefitting groups, the statement said included the Association of Master Bakers and Caterers of Nigeria, which got N100m; Tricycle Owners Association of Nigeria, N30m; Okada Riders Association of Nigeria, N30m; Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria, N50m; National Union of Road Transport Workers N50m; and Nigeria Union of Tailors, Kwara State branch, N7m.
Presenting the palliatives to the important players in the informal sector, AbdulRazaq appreciated their different crucial roles to serve the public and assist the local economy
