Sagbama Acting Chairman, Mrs Yankee-Robinson Flags Off HOPE Debit Cards Distribution In Sagbama, Lauds Diri, Tinubu

The Acting Chairman of Sagbama Local Government Council, Hon. (Mrs) Diepriye Roseline Yankee-Robinson, on Monday, flagged off the distribution of debit cards to beneficiaries of the Household Prosperity and Empowerment (HOPE) initiative in Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.

The debit cards distribution exercise, held at the council secretariat, was organised by the Bayelsa State Cash Transfer Unit as part of government efforts to empower vulnerable households to improve the welfare of the people across the state.

Addressing participants, Mrs Yankee-Robinson expressed appreciation to the beneficiaries for their impressive turnout and commended the management and organising team of the State Cash Transfer Unit for their efforts in ensuring the successful distribution of debit cards across Bayelsa State.

She also appreciated members of the legislative arm of the council for their continued support since her assumption of office as Acting Chairman in Sagbama Local Government Council.

The council boss further lauded the Prosperity Administration of Governor Douye Diri, in collaboration with the Renewed Hope administration of President Bola Tinubu, for introducing the initiative to promote economic empowerment and improve the living conditions of beneficiaries.

As part of the flag-off ceremony, Mrs Yankee-Robinson presented debit cards to five beneficiaries from Sagbama community, marking the commencement of the distribution exercise in the local government area.

She urged beneficiaries to maintain peace, demonstrate cooperation and comply with the necessary procedures to ensure a smooth and successful distribution exercise.

The HOPE initiative is expected to provide support to eligible households and contribute to the broader efforts of the state and federal governments to alleviate economic hardship and promote social welfare among its citizens.

Office of the Acting Chairman, Sagbama Local Government Area