The Sokoto State government has set aside the sum of N170 million to feed the poor during this year’s Ramadan fasting, which began yesterday.
Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal who spoke at a fund raising event organized by Sokoto branch of the Izala Islamic group, said that the measure is aimed at bringing succour to the less privileged members of the society..
The governor, who was represented by the Head of Service, Alhaji Bature Muhammed Shinkafi, said he would continue with the Ramadan feeding programme of his predecessor.
The governor directed the Ministry of Religious Affairs to take action on the matter. He acknowledged efforts being made by the Izala group in Islamic propagation and other religious activities across the state. [myad]
