Gombe state government has commenced the distribution of palliatives to 30,000 beneficiaries to cushion the effects of the removal of the petrol subsidy on residents of the state. Gov. Inuwa Yahaya stated this while inaugurating the distribution of the items on Tuesday in Dadin Kowa community in Yamaltu/Deba Local Government Area of the state.

The governor said the items were part of the first phase of the distribution of palliatives. Mr Yahaya said that the state government was targeting no fewer than 420,000 beneficiaries across the state.

“The palliative distribution is expected to target 420,000 beneficiaries across the state,” he said.

each of the 30,000 beneficiaries would receive one bag of 5kg rice, one carton of spaghetti, two bags of fertilisers, and two litres of pesticide.

According to the governor, the inclusion of agricultural inputs is strategic, considering that 80 per cent of Gombe residents are engaged in agriculture. He said that the support was to ensure a bountiful harvest, guarantee rural livelihoods, and promote food security, especially in the upcoming dry season.

Mr Yahaya said it was a necessary step taken toward the long-term economic stability and development of the country.