By Abbas Bamalli
A political support group, Tinubu/Dikko Assured (TDA 2027), has launched the empowerment of no fewer than 1,040 small-scale traders across the three senatorial zones of Katsina.
The empowerment programme by the group aims to boost grassroots economic activities across the 34 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state.
Speaking at the inauguration of the programme in Daura on Sunday, Gov. Dikko Radda commended the gesture, describing it as unforgettable to the beneficiaries.
Represented by the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Alhaji Nasir Yahya-Daura, Radda said that collaborative efforts between government institutions and stakeholders remain crucial for sustainable development.
He said that the intervention would go a long way in easing the challenges faced by the beneficiaries and strengthening public confidence in responsive leadership.
Radda further stated that the initiative reflected a deep sense of compassion and commitment to the welfare of the people, stressing that such acts of goodwill promote unity and social stability within the state.
The Governor urged other well-meaning individuals and organisations to emulate the gesture for the collective good of society.
He assured that his government would continue to support such initiatives aimed at improving the living conditions of citizens, particularly the most vulnerable.
The Chairman of the TDA, Umar Ahmad-Zayyad, said that the empowerment targeted petty traders, artisans, and women-led businesses.
According to him, each of the beneficiaries would be provided with N30,000 support to strengthen their livelihoods and promote self-reliance.
“The initiative was designed to complement government efforts aimed at reducing poverty and improving the economic wellbeing of citizens, particularly at the grassroots level.
“Beneficiaries were drawn from the three Senatorial zones, Katsina North, ensuring fair and inclusive representation across the state.
“This empowerment programme is not just about politics, it is about improving lives and supporting small businesses that form the backbone of our local economy,” he said.
Revealing plans for further exercise in Katsina and Funtua Zones, the Chairman said that the group believes that when traders are supported, families and communities grow stronger.
Some of the beneficiaries, who expressed appreciation for the gesture, described the intervention as timely, noting that the support would help them expand their businesses amid rising economic challenges.
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