Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers, says the state has received N2 billion from the federal government as a palliative to cushion the effect of petrol subsidy removal on the residents.
received N2 billion from the federal government as a palliative to cushion the effect of petrol subsidy removal on the residents.
“The country is at a cross-road because of the removal of subsidy which has brought much hardship in the lives and businesses of virtually everyone,” the governor said. “We are also in receipt of N2 billion which is part of the relief measure. It is not just about sharing money, but applying it to something that will touch the lives of those who are in dire need, those going through much pressure at this particular moment.give your directive on what to do when the time comes.”Fubara warned the committee set up to distribute the palliatives to be fair and just, noting that the items must be given to only those who qualify.
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