3,092 poor vulnerable people to benefit from Kaka Shehu empowerment initiative in central Borno

By Sam Kaye

Senator representing Borno Central, Kaka Shehu has supported his constituency with palliatives worth millions as part of his initiative in empowering the poorest of the poor.

The initiative is set to benefit a total of 3,092 constituents across the eight council areas of the senatorial district.

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 to support their businesses.

Governor Zulum at the flag off ceremony at Government House yesterday commended Senator Kaka Shehu for his consistency in 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 is distributing empowerment items to his constituents.

“His dedication to the development of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Borno State needs not to be over emphasized, he has done very well ” Zulum remarked.

Governor Zulum also highlighted the Senator’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,” Zulum added.

He urged the Senator to continue with his laudable efforts, assuring him of continued support of the government and people of Borno State.

Responding, Senator Kaka Shehu 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 his senatorial district.

“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.

The event was graced by the Deputy Governor, Umar Kadafur; members of the State House of Assembly; the Secretary to the State Government; Head of Service; Acting Chief of Staff; Commissioners; Local Government Chairmen; Special Advisers; APC stalwarts; and other key stakeholders. (www.krestnews.com).