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The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF)’s National Food Intervention programme began the distribution of 30,000 bags of rice for the economically vulnerable in Osun State over the weekend. The state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, who flagged off the distribution, expressed gratitude to Africa’s foremost industrialist and philanthropist, Aliko Dangote and the Aliko Dangote Foundation for the unwavering commitment to the well-being of the vulnerable as well as the fight against hunger and poverty in Nigeria and Africa. Governor Adeleke said the distribution of 30,000 bags of 10 kg of rice to all vulnerable groups in all the local government areas of Osun…

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Politics aside, it is time to stop deceiving ourselves—Sokoto State Government can hardly provide densely populated communities with the desired quantity of potable water. Water scarcity has been a persistent challenge confronting successive governments of the state. To cope with this situation, households may need to resort to hand-dug wells, as seen in many states across both the North and South of Nigeria. Wealthy individuals, philanthropists, corporate bodies, and organizations should also assist by sinking boreholes in communities. This kind of support could serve as a critical supplement to government efforts. It is important to highlight that while the state…

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