Sokoto Government Announces Subsidized Sales Of Rice

The Sokoto state government has announced plans to procure 300 truckloads of rice to be sold at subsidized rates to residents.

The initiative, which was revealed on Wednesday, is part of the government’s efforts to address the rising cost of food in the state.

While addressing pressmen after the State Executive Council meeting, the Commissioner for Local Government, Ibrahim Dadi Adare, harped on the state government’s concern over the lingering economic hardship in Sokoto and the country at large.

Per the executive council’s approval, the state government will purchase 300 truckloads of rice to be sold to residents at a discount of approximately 55% off the market price.

“The state government, under the leadership of Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, as part of its commitment to easing the burden on residents, has decided to procure 300 truckloads of rice.

“The rice will be distributed to each of the 244 wards in the state, with each ward receiving one truckload, and it will be available at a discounted rate,” Adare stated.