Adamawa state government on Monday released the sum of N20 million to commercial motorcycle operators popularly known as Keke NAPEP operators to cushion the hardship caused by the 14 days lockdown in the state.
The state government commended the patriotism and the ultimate sacrifice and understanding of the citizens of the State towards combating the ravaging Coronavirus pandemic.
Mr. Humwashi Wonosikou, Press Secretary to the State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri on behalf of the Adamawa State said “the outpouring solidarity and support sparked by this shared challenge has been phenomenal” and this informed Government’s intervention through the provision of food items for distribution to the vulnerable across the 21 Local Government Areas of the State.
“Government also considered the critical transport sector especially the Keke-Napep Operators hit by the 14-day lockdown and released the sum of Twenty Million (N20,000,000.00) Naira to the association to cushion the impact.”
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri appreciates especially the PDP caucus in the House of Representatives for donating 2.5 Million Naira, Alhaji Musa Garba a businessman and philanthropist who donated 2 Million Naira and a facility to serve as a containment centre when the need arises as well as the United Bank for Africa (UBA) for pledging 28.5 Million Naira at a time the world is facing an unprecedented challenge with communities and economies everywhere affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic.
He said, “Your donation is greatly appreciated in the effort supporting the ability of Government to respond to COVID-19, especially where the needs are greatest”.
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri appealed to well-meaning citizens to emulate the good gestures of the donor’s, assuring that donations received will go towards funding the strategic preparedness and response plan.
He, however, appealed to all to ensure they adhere to basic practices of handwashing, social distancing, and proper hygiene.
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