The senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has distributed various equipment to women in the Abigborodo community, Delta State.
This was disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja by her Chief Press Secretary, Arogbonlo Israel, on Thursday.
Israel said that by providing the tools and support, the Kogi lawmaker aimed to enable the beneficiaries to become self-sufficient and contribute meaningfully to the state’s economic growth.
Abigborodo is the home town of Natasha’s husband, Emmanuel Uduaghan.
The statement partly read, “These equipment are expected to enable the women to establish or expand their businesses, thereby enhancing their economic prospects. The senator’s decision to empower women in this community underscores her commitment to promoting grassroots development and uplifting the living standards of rural dwellers.
“The empowerment programme was part of Natasha’s broader initiative to promote entrepreneurship, skills acquisition, and economic empowerment among women and youth in Delta.”
The ceremony, which took place on January 1, marked a milestone in the senator’s efforts to uplift the socio-economic status of women in the community.
In attendance were community leaders, women groups and other stakeholders, who praised Senator Natasha’s efforts to empower women in the community.
Among the items presented to beneficiaries were deep freezers, sewing machines and grinding machines.
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