Why Tinubu Directed Rice To Be Distributed Across The Country- Uzodinma

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, RHA, to distribute rice across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, to assist Nigerians observing the Christian Lent and Ramadan fasting.

This was disclosed by Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State and Director-General of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, in a s statement eh signed at the weekend.

According to the details provided by the RHA, the rice distribution will be carried out through the state, local government and ward structures to ensure that the food item is evenly distributed.

Governor Uzodimma, stated that the initiative is an indication of the love the president has for Nigerians, and his effort to strengthen national unity during the ongoing fast by the two dominant religions in the country.

The governor stressed  that the distribution would be coordinated through the nationwide grassroots network of the RHA to ensure that families across Nigeria benefit from the intervention during the fasting period.

Uzodinma said a similar intervention was carried out during the last Christmas season, when rice was also distributed to assist Nigerians celebrating the festive period..

He said: “This initiative reflects President Tinubu’s commitment to unity and compassion. Ramadan and Lent are seasons that remind us of sacrifice, charity and care for one another.

“Through this distribution, the Renewed Hope Ambassadors will ensure that families across Nigeria feel the spirit of togetherness during this sacred period.”