COVID-19: Ikpeazu Revealed Time Table For Distribution Of Palliatives To LGAs

Abia State governor has revealed time table for distribution of palliatives to local government areas in the state.


In furtherance of the state government's ongoing delivery of food and personal protective items to vulnerable persons in the state.


A statement issued to newsmen by the state Commissioner of Information Chief John Okiyi Kalu, said the Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, has approved the delivery of palliatives to all communities in the state through the local governments.


The Palliative which will commence starting from tomorrow, is as follows:


Tuesday, 28th April, 2020
Time: 12 noon

Venue: Food Bank, Office of Wife of the Governor, Government House, Umuahia.

1. Ukwa West
2. Ugwunagbo
3. Isiala Ngwa North
4. Ikwuano
5. Ohafia
6. Umunneochi

Wednesday, 29th April, 2020
Time: 12 noon

Venue: Food Bank, Office of Wife of the Governor, Government House, Umuahia.

1. Aba North
2. Obingwa
3. Isiala Ngwa South
4. Umuahia South
5. Isuikwuato
6. Bende

Thursday, 30th April, 2020
Time: 12 noon

Venue: Food Bank, Office of Wife of the Governor, Government House, Umuahia.

1. Osisioma
2. Aba South
3. Ukwa East
4. Unuahia North
5. Arochukwu


He further said, Concerned Transition Council Chairmen are expected to come with appropriate vehicles to collect the items for their LGAs.


"The items which are strictly for vulnerable persons such as widows, persons living with disabilities, tricycle (Keke) and other commercial transporters etc, are to be distributed in conjunction with Traditional Rulers, Presidents General, Women and Youth Leaders of the communities within the LGA."


While we are aware that the items may not be enough for all those who need them, we wish to encourage well to do individuals in all our communities to support our people in this trying time.