Jigawa begins second phase of Renewed Hope social security grant distribution

The Jigawa State government has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to placing Nigeria on the path of growth, economic development, and improved living standards through targeted social intervention programmes.

The State Commissioner for Special Duties and Humanitarian Affairs, Hon. Auwal Dalladi Sankara, made the assertion while briefing journalists on the implementation of the Renewed Hope non-conditional social security grant in the state.

According to the commissioner, more than 154,412 vulnerable households have been registered as beneficiaries of the programme in Jigawa. He disclosed that the first phase of the grant distribution commenced in January, while the second phase is currently underway.

Sankara explained that 126,636 registered households have so far collected their payment cards across the 27 local government areas, adding that efforts are ongoing to distribute cards to the remaining 27,776 beneficiaries.

He noted that President Tinubu recently increased the grant from N10,000 to N25,000 per payment cycle, with each beneficiary entitled to three payment cycles, amounting to N75,000.

According to him, the upward review is intended to strengthen household welfare, improve nutrition, and support family incomes, particularly among low-income earners.

“The grant may appear modest, but it can make a significant difference in the lives of ordinary Nigerians by supporting petty traders, food vendors and other small businesses that drive local economic activities,” he said.

Sankara also credited the smooth implementation of the programme in Jigawa to the support of Governor Umar Namadi, whom he described as committed to initiatives that improve the welfare of residents.

He added that the Renewed Hope Social Security Grant complements Governor Namadi’s 12-point development agenda and reflects the shared commitment of both the federal and state governments to reducing poverty and stimulating grassroots economic growth.

The commissioner expressed confidence that the collaboration between President Tinubu and the Jigawa State Government would continue to promote sustainable development and create better opportunities for citizens across the state.