100,000 Delta residents to get ₦5bn grassroots empowerment scheme

By Precious Olugbodi

The Delta State Government has commenced a ₦5 billion grassroots empowerment programme targeting 100,000 residents, with each beneficiary expected to receive ₦50,000.

The State Government on X explained the initiative will cover 500 wards across the State with at least 200 beneficiaries expected to benefit from each ward.

The Executive Assistant to the Governor on Public Enlightenment (Projects and Policies), Olisa Ifeajika, disclosed the details while speaking with journalists in Asaba.

He said the programme was designed to provide financial support to residents, particularly small-scale business owners, and stimulate economic activities at the grassroots.

The initiative is expected to complement the state government's infrastructure investments by providing direct financial assistance to residents.

With 100,000 beneficiaries projected to receive ₦50,000 each, the programme represents a planned ₦5 billion investment in grassroots empowerment.

The initiative forms part of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori's efforts to improve livelihoods and expand economic opportunities across the state.