The Executive Secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF), Tosin Adeyanju has directed the immediate distribution of medical and sports materials to alleviate the suffering of the most vulnerable Nigerians amidst the current economic hardship.
Adeyanju gave the directive after taking a comprehensive inspection of the NLTF offices and warehouses.
The materials, which included medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and sports materials and facilities, are expected to benefit thousands of Nigerians across the country.
He said the distribution of the items would commence in the coming days.
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During the inspection, Adeyanju assessed the operational efficiency of the offices and the storage conditions of the warehouses, where he saw medical and sports materials worth millions of naira.
He said the directive was in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government to reach out to Nigerians in need.
Adeyanju said: “We cannot afford to sit back and watch our people suffer. The National Lottery Trust Fund is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of Nigerians, and this distribution is just the beginning.”
Adeyanju also announced plans to expand the Fund’s intervention programs to reach more Nigerians, particularly in the areas of education, healthcare, sport, vulnerable Nigerians and economic empowerment.
“The Renewed Hope government is dedicated to bringing hope and relief to Nigerians, and we at the National Lottery Trust Fund are proud to be part of this effort,” he said.