Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has inaugurated the “Eko Cares” Initiative, a social intervention program aimed at providing relief to residents facing financial difficulties.
The initiative, which targets 500,000 households, is expected to alleviate the burden on vulnerable individuals and families across the state.
The launch event, held at Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja, was attended by dignitaries including the Deputy Governor, Dr. Femi Hamzat, Chief of Staff Tayo Ayinde, and other prominent figures from various sectors.
The program will benefit households across 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas in Lagos.
Under the Eko Cares Initiative, beneficiaries will receive essential food items such as 10kg rice, 5kg garri, 5kg beans, and tomatoes, among others. Additionally, the program includes the “Ounje Eko” initiative, which offers discounted food items at Sunday Markets, providing much-needed relief to residents.
Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, hailed the initiative as a significant milestone in Governor Sanwo-Olu’s administration in addressing the current economic challenges facing Lagosians.
He praised the governor for his unwavering dedication to fulfilling promises made to the people, describing him as a leader whose actions speak louder than words.
The Eko Cares Initiative is overseen by the Special Dispensation Advisory Committee on Social Interventions (SPEDAC), a non-partisan body comprising eminent Nigerians tasked with advising the government on various initiatives to support vulnerable citizens.
