The Jigawa State Government has approved N4.8 billion for its 2025 Ramadan Feeding Programme, aimed at providing support to vulnerable residents during the holy month.
This announcement was made by the Commissioner for Information, Mr Sagir Musa, during a press briefing on Monday night following the State Executive Council meeting at the Government House in Dutse.
According to Musa, the programme will be co-funded by the state and local governments, with the state covering 55% of the cost and local governments contributing 45%.
He revealed that the number of feeding centres has increased from 609 last year to 630, with each centre offering three meals per individual.
“The council has approved a full package of three meals per individual, including kunu, kosai, and jollof rice, with provisions for 300 beneficiaries per centre,” Musa stated.
In addition to the feeding programme, the council has also approved a N9.7 billion project for the revitalisation of 114 ward-level Primary Health Care Centres across the state.
The project aims to enhance healthcare services and aligns with the government’s commitment to achieving Universal Health Care coverage.
Musa noted that the initiative is part of the World Bank-supported Immunization Plus and Malaria Progress for Accelerating Coverage and Transforming Services programme.
“This revitalization project underscores the government’s dedication to improving the well-being of Jigawa residents,” he added.