Tinubu’s spouse launches Delta traders’ empowerment plan

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, launched an empowerment initiative targeting 1000 women petty traders in Delta State. The initiative, named Renewed Hope Initiative, aims to boost Small and Medium Enterprises, especially petty traders who are vital to the local economies. Mrs Tinubu emphasized the government’s commitment to driving economic growth for Nigerian families.

Through the Economic Empowerment Programme of the Renewed Hope Initiative, 1000 pre-selected women petty traders in each state will receive a grant of N50,000 to expand and grow their businesses. A total of N1,850 billion will be disbursed to 37,000 women petty traders across the nation, contributing to job creation and economic development.

The initiative received support from Governor Sheriff Oborevwori who donated N50 million towards the program. Beneficiaries expressed gratitude but also appealed for a reduction in fuel and goods prices to make their earnings more meaningful.