By Musa Ubandawaki Sokoto

SOKOTO – Prominent businessman and philanthropist, Alhaji Murtala Abdulkadir (Dan’iyan Jarma), has generously distributed N142.1 million and 5,600 bags of rice to vulnerable groups, inmates, hospitals, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) across Sokoto State in observance of Ramadan.

Dan’iya announced that the four local government areas most affected by banditry—Isa, Sabon Birni, Goronyo, and Rabah—would each receive:

N10 million in cash

200 bags of rice

The remaining 19 local government areas would each receive:

N5 million in cash

100 bags of rice

In addition, donations were also extended to correctional centers, hospitals, mosques, and residents of Hubbaren Shehu, providing them with both cash and rice.

At the distribution ceremony held at the Sokoto State Zakkat and Endowment Agency office in Tudun Wada on Wednesday, Dan’iya Jarma emphasized that the initiative was aimed at easing the fasting experience for the less privileged during Ramadan.

He called on wealthy individuals, political leaders, government officials, and contractors to support the needy during the sacred month.

Dan’iya expressed gratitude to Governor Ahmed Aliyu for his ongoing efforts to improve the lives of Sokoto residents, highlighting various programs and projects initiated since the Governor’s inauguration.

“We are grateful to Governor Aliyu for his continuous support and initiatives aimed at enhancing the living standards of the people in Sokoto,” he said.

He also commended leaders such as Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko and Alhaji Umarun Kwabo, Jarman Sokoto, for their contributions to the state.

Chairman of the Zakkat and Endowment Agency, Malam Lawal Maidoki, praised Dan’iya for his consistent support for the less privileged, especially during difficult times. He prayed for Allah to bless him with increased wealth and good health, urging other well-to-do individuals to follow his example during Ramadan.

Similarly, Muhammad Nasir, Sarkin Fulani, speaking on behalf of traditional rulers in Sokoto South Local Government Area, expressed gratitude and prayed for divine blessings upon Dan’iya for his kindness and generosity.