Hammed Shittu in Ilorin
Director General of the Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP) Dr. Abdulwasiu Tejidini, has stated that, there was no any shady deal in the monetary operations of the company.
He due to this fact stated all of the monetary operations and authorized funds disburshed to the beneficiaries have been utilized with the aims of the mandate of the company.
Dr. Tejidini in a press release issued in Ilorin, signed by the company’s Press Secretary, Mrs. Yusuf Bola Shade, acknowledged that the company maintains data of beneficiaries throughout the 193 wards of Kwara State beneath programmes that features Owo Isowo, Owo Arugbo, and the expert and unskilled employees scheme.
Dr. Tejidini positions got here on the sidelines of the current referred to as for a probe of the company by the 52- youth coalition in the state that backed the decision of the governorship candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for 2027 election, Professor Abdulmumin Yinka Ajia to look into the monetary operations of the company since its inception.
The assertion learn, “The Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP) has taken be aware of current allegations regarding the administration and implementation of its programmes.
“KWASSIP assures the general public that funds authorized and launched to the company have been utilized in accordance with the aims of its mandate.
“The company maintains data of beneficiaries throughout the 193 wards of Kwara State beneath programmes together with Owo Isowo, Owo Arugbo, and the expert and unskilled employees scheme.
“The Kwapreneur programme has additionally supported beneficiaries in establishing and increasing companies, creating employment alternatives, and contributing to financial exercise in their communities.
“These outcomes reflect the agency’s efforts to promote sustainable economic empowerment and support livelihoods across the state”.
The assertion added, “In response to financial challenges, KWASSIP has, at numerous instances, offered help to companies, people, and households affected by tough circumstances.
“This consists of help offered to companies affected by the #EndSARS protests at Palms Mall, which enabled affected operators to renew actions and rebuild their livelihoods.
“The company additionally just lately disbursed ₦90 million to 12 younger entrepreneurs to help enterprise enlargement, strengthen enterprise improvement, and promote job creation throughout Kwara State.
“KWASSIP stays dedicated to transparency, accountability, and steady enchancment in the supply of its programmes. Its actions and data can be found for acceptable assessment, in accordance with relevant procedures and necessities.
“The company welcomes constructive criticism and public scrutiny. It is necessary that public discourse stays guided by info, proof, and a real concern for the welfare of the folks, fairly than political concerns or unsubstantiated claims.
“KWASSIP due to this fact urges all stakeholders to evaluate its efficiency on the premise of verifiable data, documented programme outcomes, and credible proof.
“KWASSIP will continue to work with relevant stakeholders to ensure that its interventions reach intended beneficiaries and contribute meaningfully to the social and economic development of Kwara State”.
