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From Tony Osauzo and Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin
First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, yesterday inaugurated 50 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses and launched a N1 billion empowerment programme for 5,000 beneficiaries in Edo State.
Speaking in Benin, she said the initiatives would improve transportation, strengthen small businesses and expand opportunities for women, youths and vulnerable groups.
“I am glad to be in Edo today after quite a long time for the commissioning of 50 compressed natural gas buses for the benefit of the people,” she said.
Tinubu commended Governor Monday Okpebholo, saying the programmes demonstrated his concern for residents’ welfare.
She said each beneficiary would receive N200,000 to support their livelihood, expand their business and promote financial independence.
“I pray that the monies received will prosper in your hands and grow your businesses,” she said.
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Earlier, Okpebholo said the programmes addressed two pressing needs: affordable transportation and economic support, particularly for women and small-business operators.
“Your visit is not just a ceremonial engagement. It is a demonstration of care, compassion and our commitment to the growth of our people,” he told the First Lady.
He said the CNG buses would make public transportation more accessible, affordable, efficient and environmentally friendly, while the empowerment programme would strengthen beneficiaries’ economic activities.
“When you empower a woman, you strengthen a family, uplift a community and contribute to the prosperity of society,” he said.
The governor thanked President Bola Tinubu for his support and pledged continued loyalty to him and the All Progressives Congress.
“Our commitment is to build an Edo State where good governance is felt in every home, opportunities are within the reach of every citizen and no community is left behind,” he said.
