Delta State Government Approves N4 Billion to Support 15,000 Indigent Residents

Author: Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko AkuophaPublished on: October 23, 2026Country: Nigeria
Business & Economy
Delta State Government Approves N4 Billion to Support 15,000 Indigent Residents

The Delta State Government has approved N4 billion to support 15,000 indigent residents and their small businesses. Commissioner Charles Aniagwu said beneficiaries will be selected across the state’s 25 local government areas, with implementation through the Delta State Social Investment Programme in the coming weeks. Support will target people already running small businesses, aspiring micro-entrepreneurs and vulnerable residents in need of financial assistance.

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