The senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has said she sees nothing wrong in her decision to distribute millions of Naira in cash to her constituents.
She said she took the decision because the empowerment programame where this happened favoured direct financial assistance.
In a statement distributed by her media aide, Mike Idoko, on Wednesday, the lawmaker said her decision was to distribute cash was a fallout of previous empowerment outreaches to her people.
Her reaction follow pictures and videos of the cash distribution exercise at her third anniversary in the 10th National Assembly
“I have given out sewing machines to many, and at the end of the day, I realised they sold them to either boost their businesses or pay rent.
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“So I have decided to give cash to those who requested support to start a business or add more stock. Some will get N5m through transfer.”
“I have given out sewing machines to many, and at the end of the day, I realised they sold them to either boost their businesses or pay rent.
According to Natasha-Uduaghan, direct cash assistance remained a practical option for addressing challenges faced by direct beneficiaries of the empowerment initiatives.
“We rounded off our third anniversary in office by supporting small businesses across Kogi Central with cash grants.
“From farmers and tailors to content creators and small-scale manufacturers, these entrepreneurs are building livelihoods and strengthening our local economy.
“Thus, I’m grateful to God and honoured to support local businesses with the financial assistance they need to grow,” she stated.
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