The Minister of Women Affairs, Barr Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye on Wednesday restated the commitment of the Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu towards the welfare and security of the people of Anambra State.
She however appealed to the people to exercise patience with President Tinubu, to enable him to clear the rots he met on assumption.
The minister spoke at the Ndi Ichie Hall, Umudioka Village, Awka in Awka South local government area of the state during the distribution of palliatives released to the State by the Tinubu-led Administration.
The palliatives included 5,000 10kg bags of rice, over 500 bags of fertilizers, 500 PoS machines and 300 pcs of gas cylinders donated by Chief Executive Officer, Smart Gas, Yinka Okpeke.
Kennedy-Ohanenye however assured that the era of diversion of palliatives was over, the reason she decided to be physically present to ensure the items got to the targeted beneficiaries.
She said President Tinubu, who appointed her, has insisted that the poor must have a breathe of fresh air.
“After October 15, we’ll be launching our Integrity Ambassador and Brigade with the backing of the army.Â
“If you feel you can be part of this fight but don’t have the money, you can join the Brigade while the wealthy will be funding it through the Ambassador,” she said.
The minister promised further incentives in the coming days, including cash loans, and agricultural inputs, among others.
She said; “You’ll be getting text messages, requesting for your BVN. Don’t be afraid to supply the same as
nobody will defraud you. Students and graduates are also captured, but evidence must be produced.
“Just manage whatever you have. We appreciate the hardship you’re going through but I assure you that it won’t be long. Be patient with the President because he met rot and it will take a while to clear the mess.”
The donor of the gas cylinders, Okpeke said her decision to partner with the Women Affairs Ministry was informed by the hardship women were being subjected to, saying the gesture would go a long way in cushioning the sufferings.
Governor Chukwuma Soludo, represented by Commissioner for Women Affairs, Ify Obinabo praised the Minister for her efforts targeted at improving the lots of women and children in the state.
“Today, we’re here to welcome the working Minister to Anambra. You’re representing us well and we’re proud of you. We the women will continue to support you,” he said.
State Chairman, All Progressives Congress, Basil Ejidike thanked President Tinubu for the choice of an Anambra daughter as minister.
