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Kano delegation meets SGF, seeks release of ₦5bn market relief fund
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Kano delegation meets SGF, seeks release of ₦5bn market relief fund

A delegation representing Kano State, including business leaders and government officials, met with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, to request the immediate release of a ₦5 billion relief fund allocated by the federal government for victims of the Singer Market fire disaster. The delegation emphasized the need for swift disbursement to aid affected traders and restore commercial activity in the area. The funds were approved by President Bola Tinubu, and Vice President Kashim Shettima previously confirmed the allocation during a ceremony welcoming Kano Governor Abba Yusuf into the All Progressives Congress. The Progressive Governors' Forum also pledged an additional ₦3 billion to support those impacted by the fire.

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Kano delegation meets SGF, seeks release of ₦5bn market relief fund

A delegation representing Kano State, including business leaders and government officials, met with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, to request the immediate release of a ₦5 billion relief fund allocated by the federal government for victims of the Singer Market fire disaster. The delegation emphasized the need for swift disbursement to aid affected traders and restore commercial activity in the area. The funds were approved by President Bola Tinubu, and Vice President Kashim Shettima previously confirmed the allocation during a ceremony welcoming Kano Governor Abba Yusuf into the All Progressives Congress. The Progressive Governors' Forum also pledged an additional ₦3 billion to support those impacted by the fire.

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