Lagos Residents Benefits from Life-changing Financial Assistance Programme

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The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed it’s commitment to supporting needy residents through its financial assistance programme, Sanwo-Olu Cares and Sanwo-Olu Listens. On Monday, the government presented cheques to 250 vulnerable individuals to help them scale up their businesses and meet essential needs.

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The cheque presentation, which took place at the Alausa Secretariat, Ikeja, saw disbursements ranging from N300,000 to N1.5 million per individual. Dr. Tajudeen Afolabi, Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, said the initiative aimed to alleviate hardship among the state’s most vulnerable residents.

“You don’t have to know anyone in the government to benefit from this,” Afolabi said. “Most of the letters requesting help are dropped anonymously in our waiting room. I treat these letters daily. Some I even take home to ensure they are addressed.

To benefit from the programme, applicants are required to submit handwritten letters clearly stating their needs, such as business support, rent, education, or medical expenses. Afolabi noted that requests varied from N300,000 to N5 million, and that all letters must include proof of Lagos residency, National Identification Number, a passport photograph, phone number, and a detailed address.

Afolabi urged the beneficiaries to prioritise long-term economic empowerment over temporary indulgences, especially with the Sallah celebration approaching. “Please don’t spend this money on rams. Start small businesses and let the money grow,” he advised.

He also encouraged those with health challenges to enrol in the Ilera Eko Health Insurance Scheme, adding that the government is committed to supporting its most vulnerable residents.

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