Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduoghan, has commenced distribution of six truck loads of 7, 200 bags of grains to her constituents.
The gesture was aimed at cushioning the effects of the economic hardship ravaging the country.
The grains, including rice, beans, and millet, were distributed to the 57 wards of the five local government areas of the senatorial district.
The five benefiting Local Government Areas are Okene, Adavi, Okehi, Ajaokuta and Ogorimagongo.
The beneficiaries include Muslim and Christian communities, drivers’ union, Okada union, mechanics, pensioners, among others.
Addressing the crowd at the distribution centre, Mrs Akpoti-Uduoghan said the gesture was for all her constituents, irrespective of party affiliations, to alleviate the prevailing economic hardship in the country.
“This is just my way of giving back to the people who voted me into office.
“It’s my resolve to continue to do my best to bring dividends of democracy to you, my constituents,” she said.
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