Delta State government commences the fourth tranche of Delta Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (D-CARES), doling out grants of varying sums to 97,365, bringing the total to 110,000 beneficiaries.
At an event, today, Tuesday, 17th September 2024, at the Dome Event Centre in Asaba, presided over by the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Francis O. Oborevwori, alongside key dignitaries, indigenes of the state had live-changing encounters as they were granted various sums in cash and tools to activate their economic potentials.
The Honourable Commissioner for Economic Planning and Chairman of the State CARES Steering Committee, Mr. Sonny Ekedayen announced a formal name change of the programme, now titled Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES).
This initiative, originally designed as part of a national effort to mitigate the socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been instrumental in supporting the poor and vulnerable across Delta State.
To date, over 110,000 beneficiaries have been impacted by grants, livelihood support, and improved rural infrastructure.
The 4th tranche aims to reach an additional 97,365 beneficiaries across six platforms, including cash transfers, public works, livelihood support, rural infrastructure, agricultural inputs, and MSME support.
The Commissioner reiterated the government’s commitment to transparency and fairness in selecting beneficiaries.
With over 200,000 Deltans reached since the programme’s inception, the D-CARES initiative continues to play a pivotal role in fostering economic resilience and inclusivity across the state.
