Jigawa State Government, in collaboration with the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes ACReSAL project, has presented cheques to the first batch of project affected people living in Danmasara community, of Dutse local government.
This presentation of the cheques is part of ongoing efforts to support the residents affected by the forthcoming development projects in the area, and ensuring that they receive all necessary assistance to rebuild their livelihoods.
Speaking at the ceremony while distributing the cheques the permanent secretary Jigawa state ministry of environment Dr Abdullahi Umar Namadi urged all the beneficiaries to use the funds given to them to acquire property in order to ensure judicious utilization.
He said grievance readiness mechanism committee has been set up in order to receive complaints of individuals, urging them to channel the complaint through the RMG.
Earlier, the State Coordinator Alhaji Yahaya Muhammad Uba Kafingana pointed out that, justice, equity had been made in the payment to the affected beneficiaries.
It was gathered that the ceremony was attended by local leaders, community members, and top government officials, to witness the smooth distribution of funds aimed at alleviating the challenges faced by affected families.
