The deputy governor said the state government also injected N14.6 billion into water projects.
Mr Lawal-Jobe stated that a total of 2,286 victims had benefited from the financial assistance.
He said that was in line with the administration’s commitment to addressing the issue of sales and consumption of sub-standard drugs.
The deputy governor said a minimum of four PHCs were upgraded in each of the 34 local government areas of the state.
The amount covered the payment of outstanding liabilities to 2,313 retirees in the state and local government services.
The Katsina government has engaged investors and entrepreneurs to enhance financial literacy and access to financial facilities to bolster economic growth and development.
The Katsina government has constituted a seven-member committee to investigate alleged torture against personnel of the Hisbah Board.
“It is also aimed at ensuring that qualified and competent educators are entrusted with shaping the future of Katsina students.”
