Local council chairperson approves monthly stipend for widows

The chairperson said the stipend would be included in the council’s 2025 budget.

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He said the monthly stipend, which would be included in the 2025 budget, would help the widows solve their financial needs.“The reason why government exist is to improve the welfare of the poor in the society, not minding their educational qualifications. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the chairperson did not state the amount that would be paid to each widow.

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