The Delta State Government has committed the sum of six hundred million naira in counterpart funds to attract the same amount from the World Bank and United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, SDG.

Delta State Commissioner for Information Mr. Charlse Aniagwu, stated this at the Government House, Asaba, at the end of the State Executive Council meeting.

Mr. Aniagwu noted that the total of one point two billion naira would enable the state to implement key SDG programmes in the health and education sectors, including peace and security initiatives and gender equality.

The Commissioner for Information also mentioned the endorsement of over four hundred and fifty million naira promised to the state’s representatives at the Edo 2020 National Sports Festival, with the aim to maintain its dominance in the sports sector.

He mentioned that the State Exco also approved a new policy for the siting of gas plants and petroleum stations in the state.

Oghenero Eghweree

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