Gombe
Governor Inuwa Yahaya Launches Ramadan Lifeline for 70,000 Vulnerable Residents in Gombe
Governor Inuwa Yahaya Launches Ramadan Lifeline for 70,000 Vulnerable Residents in Gombe
Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has commenced the 2026 Ramadan food support programme, unveiling plans to distribute relief items to 70,000 vulnerable residents across Gombe State as part of efforts to ease hardship during the holy month.
Speaking at the official launch in Gombe on Friday, the governor described Ramadan as “a sacred season of mercy, sacrifice, and compassion”, urging citizens to reflect its values in their daily lives.
“Ramadan goes beyond fasting; it reminds us of our shared duty to uplift the poor, the weak and the less privileged in our communities,” he said.
The governor noted that since assuming office in 2019, his administration has sustained seasonal intervention programmes to reduce the burden on citizens, especially during Ramadan. He explained that the 2026 initiative is designed to ensure broader inclusion and expanded reach.
“This year, 70,000 beneficiaries across the state will receive food items. We are determined to ensure that no vulnerable resident is left behind,” he stated.
According to him, the beneficiaries include persons living with disabilities, orphanages, religious organisations, support groups, and other disadvantaged members of society whose welfare remains a priority of his administration.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya explained that the Ramadan distribution is part of a wider social investment strategy implemented over the years, encompassing food assistance, empowerment schemes, and humanitarian programmes aimed at improving livelihoods.
“Governance must translate into meaningful impact in the lives of the people. Prosperity only has value when it is shared,” he added.
To guarantee fairness and accountability, the governor announced the inauguration of a Palliative Distribution Committee to oversee the exercise across the state. He urged members to discharge their responsibilities with honesty and dedication.
“I charge the committee to ensure transparency and equity so that these items reach those who genuinely need them,” he stressed.
He also appealed to philanthropists, private organisations, faith-based institutions, and development partners to complement government efforts in supporting vulnerable citizens during the fasting period.
The governor observed that this year’s Ramadan coincides with the Christian Lenten season, describing the overlap as symbolic of shared virtues such as self-restraint, love, and generosity. He encouraged residents to use the period to strengthen unity and peaceful coexistence.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya further called on citizens to pray for Nigeria’s peace and stability and for the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in steering the nation through ongoing reforms.
The event featured the symbolic presentation of food items to selected beneficiaries, signalling the commencement of distribution across all local government areas.
Earlier, Chairman of the Ramadan Palliative Distribution Committee, Muhammad Abdulkadir Waziri, assured that the committee would uphold strict standards of transparency and fairness throughout the process.
Waziri, who also serves as Commissioner for Local Government and Community Development, disclosed that the relief packages contain essential food items, including rice, spaghetti, and sugar.
“We are committed to ensuring that these supplies are del
The governor concluded by praying for the acceptance of the fasting, supplications, and charitable acts of the people of Gombe State and Nigeria, wishing them a peaceful and spiritually rewarding Ramadan.
