Epe Local Government To Distribute Food Packs To Thousands Of Residents

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, has announced the distribution of foodstuff across the 8 wards that make up the area as palliative to cushion the effect of the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal government.

According to a statement issued by the chairman’s office on Tuesday, the Epe Food Bank Initiative was born out of her commitment to humanity and that no one in Epe should go to bed without food in their stomach.

The Epe LG said the initiative is targeted at thousands of residents, adding that the decision is in line with the current realities in the country and the commitment of the LG to mitigate the effects of the hike in petrol pump price.

“The government is rolling out plans to make sure that palliative reaches the targeted beneficiaries particularly the poor and less privileged across the Local Government without hitches,” the statement reads in part.

The LG administration stated that Phase One of the food distribution would commence on 28th and 29th of August 2023 with the distribution of rice, yams, among other food items.

“The Epe Food Bank Initiative is led by spirited and compassionate Chairman of the Epe Local Government Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun. It’s going to bloosomly grow into a symbol of hope and unity that will last forever,” the statement added.

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