Mr Dawakin-Tofa stated that the gesture was meant to equip the beneficiaries to start their own enterprises, become self-reliant, and contribute to the state’s economy.
In a condolence message by his spokesman, Ikechukwu Eze, on Saturday, Mr Jonathan described the deceased as a distinguished public servant and respected elder statesman.
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has described the death of the former agriculture minister and nationalist, Audu Ogbeh, as a “loss of a patriot and principled politician”.
Three South-South states, Edo, Bayelsa, and Delta, are taking bold steps to implement a decentralised electricity policy and entrench local government autonomy.
The bye-election scheduled for August 16 followed the death of Joseph Haruna, member representing Munya Constituency, on September 13, 2024.
Nigeria’s first lady, Oluremi Tinubu, says the well-being of Nigerians remains a top priority for the federal government.
The forum said Mr Ogbeh, 78, was a three-time minister and a former deputy speaker of the Benue House of Assembly.
Speaking on the free GCE forms, Mr Adewale said education remained a priority in serving his constituents.
Mr Jime stated that Mr Ogbeh was the greatest Benue ambassador to the country.
Mr Mark said, “I have lost a dependable brother and friend.”
