Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State says no citizen of the state should go to bed hungry under his watch.
Spokesperson of the governor, Ismaila Isah, in a statement on Monday in Lokoja, quoted Ododo as making the declaration at the official flag off of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Food Outreach Programme in Lokoja on Monday.
Mr Ododo who played host to visiting Wife of the Vice President, Hajya Nana Kashim Shettima who represented the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, said his administration was committed to food security, adding that Kogi State will not only support the Federal Government’s intervention but also expand its own quarterly food distribution programme to reach more vulnerable households in the state.
He described the Food Outreach programme of the Renewed Hope Initiative as a “timely and compassionate” intervention which aligns with the vision of the Kogi State government to uplift citizens struggling with economic hardship.
On her part, Hajia Nana Shettima, emphasized the need for the food items to reach the intended beneficiaries.
She warned against reselling the supplies and encouraged recipients to utilize the support effectively to improve their well-being.
“This initiative is not just about food; it is about restoring dignity, giving hope, and providing relief to the most vulnerable among us,” she stated.
Hajya Shettima noted that the RHI Food Outreach Programme programme has already impacted citizens in multiple states, with plans for further expansion.
