Yobe distributes 500 empowerment items to youths, women in Zone B

By Ahmed Isah

The Yobe Government has distributed empowerment equipment to youths and women in Yobe South Senatorial District as part of efforts to promote self-reliance and improve livelihoods.

The items, comprising motorcycles, tricycles and sewing machines, were distributed at a ceremony in Gadaka, Fika Local Government Area.

The exercise was flagged off on behalf of Gov. Mai Mala Buni by the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the state, Alhaji Baba Malam Wali.

Wali said the initiative was aimed at providing beneficiaries with practical means of earning a living, creating employment opportunities and strengthening economic activities at the grassroots.

He said the intervention demonstrated the commitment of the Buni administration to improving the welfare of residents through targeted empowerment programmes.

Wali pledged to sustain and consolidate the development policies and programmes of the present administration if elected governor, with particular attention to youth empowerment, economic development and improved living standards.

He said continuity in governance would enable the state to build on the achievements recorded under Buni and expand opportunities for residents.

The APC candidate also urged residents to support President Bola Tinubu and other party candidates in the 2027 general elections, citing ongoing development projects and programmes at the state and federal levels.

The distribution exercise was designed to encourage productive engagement among beneficiaries, particularly youths and women, while addressing unemployment and promoting inclusive economic participation.

The items distributed included 200 motorcycles, 100 tricycles and sewing machines.