By Gbenga Akingbule.
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, on Tuesday, flagged off the second phase of the empowerment programme initiated by the Senator representing Borno Central, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan.
Gatekeepers News reports that a total of 3,092 constituents from across the eight local government areas of the senatorial district will benefit from the programme.
Out of the total beneficiaries, 2,592 individuals will receive various empowerment items including Hijet mini trucks, tricycles (Keke Napep), deep freezers, sewing and grinding machines, solar-powered and mechanical water pumps, fertiliser, rice harvesters, and other agricultural equipment. While the remaining 500 beneficiaries will receive a cash support of ₦100,000 each
Governor Zulum at the flag-off ceremony held at Government House commended Senator Lawan for his consistent efforts towards improving the livelihoods of his constituents and for his broader contribution to the development of Borno State.
“This is not the first time Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan has distributed empowerment items to his constituents. His dedication to the development of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Borno State need not be over-emphasized, he has done very well ” Zulum remarked.
Governor Zulum also highlighted Senator Lawan’s impactful legislative work, noting that within just two years in office, the Senator has sponsored significant bills including those for the establishment of the Federal University of Entrepreneurship and Agriculture in Bama and the Federal Medical Centre in Borno State.
“I want to commend him not only for his grassroots interventions but also for his outstanding performance in the Senate. These contributions are unprecedented in the history of our state,” Governor Zulum added, urging the Senator to continue with his laudable efforts, assuring him of the continued support of the government and people of Borno State.
Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan announced that each beneficiary of the empowerment items will also receive an additional cash support of ₦20,000. He further disclosed the donation of 450 school desks to be distributed to public schools within the senatorial district, which will han.
“I sincerely appreciate the leadership of Governor Zulum in the state. This marks the second phase of my empowerment initiative and I encourage all beneficiaries to make productive use of these items. I assure you this initiative will be sustained,” Senator Lawan stated.
