By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu
The Yobe State Governor (Dr) Mai Mala Buni, has approved over N398 million for the 2026 Ramadan feeding programme and Tafsir across the state.
A statement by Yusuf Ali who is the focal person, digital and strategic communication, to the governor said that the initiative, to be implemented through the Yobe State Ministry of Religious Affairs and Ethical Re-Orientation, is aimed at supporting the vulnerable and less privileged residents during the holy month of Ramadan.
As part of the expansion of the programme, Governor Buni approved an increase in the number of feeding centres from 101 centres last year to 130 centres spread across the 17 Local Government Areas of the state, with each centre expected to provide Iftar meals for 100 persons daily, throughout the fasting period, enabling thousands of residents to benefit from the humanitarian gesture.
A breakdown of the approval shows that over N338 million will be used for the procurement of rams and cooking condiments to facilitate feeding activities at the designated centres, the statement noted.
In addition, N60 million has been approved for the payment of allowances to Muslim clerics who will conduct Tafsir, providing religious guidance and spiritual teachings to the faithful during Ramadan.
To further strengthen the programme, Governor Buni also approved the distribution of 2,300 bags of rice and 400 jerrycans of cooking oil to the 130 feeding centres across the state.
Flagging off the distribution, the Honourable Commissioner for Religious Affairs and Ethical Re-Orientation, Alhaji Yusuf Umar (Kaigaman Potiskum) commended Governor Buni for sustaining and expanding the Ramadan feeding initiative.
He described the gesture as a clear reflection of the administration’s commitment to the welfare of the less privileged.
He noted that the programme has continued to provide relief to many families across the state, particularly during the Ramadan period, and urged committee members overseeing the centres to manage the distributed items with a strong sense of responsibility.
The Commissioner also warned against any diversion or mismanagement of the materials, directing all officials involved in the programme to strictly adhere to government guidelines to ensure transparency and successful implementation.
The initiative underscores the administration’s continued commitment to supporting citizens — especially the vulnerable — while also promoting religious devotion, unity and community support during the holy month of Ramadan.
