Sokoto State Government Donates N38.25m to Military Families

The Sokoto State Government has donated N38.25 million and food items to the families of 24 fallen soldiers and 57 injured military personnel. This donation was made on behalf of Governor Ahmed Aliyu by the Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Bello Sifawa.

The assistance included cash payments of N1 million to each family of the fallen soldiers and N250,000 to each of the injured personnel. Additionally, the government distributed 105 bags each of rice, maize, and millet, with bereaved families receiving two bags of each grain and injured personnel receiving one bag each.

During the presentation, Sifawa expressed the government's appreciation for the sacrifices made by military personnel in protecting the nation. Brig.-Gen. I.O.

Amah, the Garrison Commander, received the items on behalf of the General Officer Commanding, 8 Division, and described the donation as a source of comfort and encouragement to the military, acknowledging the government's recognition of soldiers' sacrifices in the fight against insecurity.