The Federal Government has unveiled plans to roll out cash transfers aimed at supporting 20 million of Nigeria’s poorest citizens as part of its broader social intervention program. The initiative, designed to alleviate poverty and improve living conditions, is a key component of the government’s strategy to address the economic challenges facing the country while … Read more
Lagos State Government has presented cheques to 150 additional beneficiaries of the Sanwo-Olu Cares Social Intervention program in a bid to alleviate the financial burdens of vulnerable residents. This initiative, spearheaded by the Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, aims to provide economic empowerment and support to those in need. Dr. Tajudeen Afolabi, Special … Read more
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has received an additional N50 billion from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This follows the Federal Government’s earlier injection of N60 billion into the fund EKO HOT BLOG reports. Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, NELFUND’s Director of Corporate Communications, announced this development on Friday in Abuja. The release of … Read more
Lagos leaders urge Tinubu to reinstate Dr. Betta Edu, praising her for addressing economic suffering. They stress the importance of meeting Nigeria’s social intervention needs. Upholding human dignity and social justice is crucial to avoiding inequality cycles. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Traders, women, youths, and religious leaders in Lagos State have united in their plea … Read more
Ali Ndume, senator representing Borno south, says the federal government’s social investment programme (SIP) has not have any tangible and positive impact on the citizenry and economy of the country. The SIP was introduced by President Muhammadu Buhari in 2016 as part of the government’s efforts to to address the issue of unemployment and widespread … Read more
The federal government has said not publishing the names of the beneficiaries of the government social intervention and relief packages aimed at cushioning the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic does not mean the program was fraught with irregularities or shrouded in secrecy that leads to lack of accountability and transparency. The minister of humanitarian affairs, … Read more