Lagos Govt. presents cheques to 250 vulnerable residents

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 The Lagos State Government on Monday presented cheques for various sums of money to 250 vulnerable individuals to help them to scale up their businesses and meet essential needs.


He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting needy residents through its financial assistance programme – Sanwo-Olu Cares and Sanwo-Olu Listens”.


The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the cheque presentation took place at the Alausa Secretariat, Ikeja, with disbursements ranging from ₦300,000 to ₦1.5 million per individual.


The Special Adviser to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Dr Tajudeen Afolabi, who presented the cheques, said that the initiative aimed to alleviate hardship among the state’s most vulnerable residents.


 


He said that the financial support was intended to assist beneficiaries in settling expired house rents, medical bills, children’s school fees and other critical expenses.


 


“You don’t have to know anyone in government to benefit from this.


“Most of the letters requesting help are dropped anonymously in our waiting room.


“I treat these letters daily. Some I even take home to ensure they are addressed,” Afolabi said.


 


According to him, applicants are required to submit handwritten letters clearly stating their needs, such as business support, rent, education, or medical expenses.


Hr said that requests varied from ₦300,000 to ₦5 million.


“All letters must include proof of Lagos residency, National Identification Number, a passport photograph, phone number, and a detailed address,” he added.


Afolabi urged the beneficiaries to prioritise long-term economic empowerment over temporary indulgences, ‘especially with the Sallah celebration approaching’.


 


“Please don’t spend this money on rams. Start small businesses and let the money grow,” he advised.


 


He also encouraged those with health challenges to enrol in the Ilera Eko Health Insurance Scheme.


NAN reports that the scheme offers comprehensive medical care for ₦15,000 annually.


One of the beneficiaries, Mrs Omowunmi Busari, a 48-year-old businesswoman from Apapa, expressed gratitude to the Sanwo-Olu-led administration for the assistance.


 


Mr Abdullahi Tanko, a 59-year-old trader from Nasarawa, said he was surprised but thankful to be selected. (NAN) www.nannews.ng

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