Index to Nigerian Newspapers

The Zamfara state government has disbursed N40,000 each to 8,593 vulnerable beneficiaries, as announced by AGILE coordinator Sa’adatu Abdu Gusau. The payments were made directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts, allowing for ATM withdrawals. Complaints can be addressed via suggestion boxes, a GRM line, or official correspondence. Governor Dr. Dauda Lawal also inaugurated the distribution of over N1 billion under the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) program to support local businesses, with varying grants for nano, micro, and small businesses. In December 2024, Governor Lawal distributed N5 billion to assist 44,000 vulnerable individuals as part of a COVID-19 recovery initiative.