Delta Approves N4bn Grant for 15,000 Indigent Deltans, Targets Small Businesses
.Govt approves reconstruction of Illah-Ugbolu Road, others in Warri, Effurun, Emede Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba The Delta State Government at its State Executive Council (EXCO) meeting yesterday approved the reconstruction of
The Delta State Government has approved a N4 billion grant to empower 15,000 indigent residents across the state's 25 local government areas. The initiative aims to support small businesses, encourage entrepreneurship, and alleviate economic hardships in the region. The decision was made during the State Executive Council (EXCO) meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori in Asaba.
The grant will be administered through the Delta State Social Investment Programme, with beneficiaries selected based on predetermined eligibility criteria. Priority will be given to individuals who already operate small businesses, those seeking to establish micro-enterprises, and vulnerable persons in need of financial assistance.
The State Executive Council also approved the reconstruction of major roads, including Airport Road in Warri, Jakpa Road and Refinery Road in Effurun, and Emede internal roads in both phases. Additionally, compensation for land acquired in the central senatorial district for agricultural purposes was approved, with the aim of attracting commercial farmers and expanding the state's agricultural land bank.
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