By Admin 
As part of his commitment to welfare of residents,the Chairman of Uvwie LGA Hon Anthony Ofoni on Friday,13th December ,presented cash gift of 30,000 to beneficiaries drawn from various ethnic groups in Uvwie including, widows, physically challenged, youths, amongst others.
The ceremony which took place at the Uvwie Town Hall, Effurun saw 150 beneficiaries receiving cash gift.
Hon Ofoni in his welcome address said the gesture is geared towards cushioning effect of the current economic hardship on the people and also extending hands of love to the vulnerable in the society in line with the spirit of the festive season.
He said “We know that Nigerians are going through some difficult times, so we thought it okay to reach out to our people and put some smile on their faces”.
Ofoni added “I know we may not be able to meet all of their needs, but this little will help some of them navigate through this period”.
While reiterating his administration’s commitment to the welfare of the people, he disclosed that his administration is set to float a revolving loan initiative for business in Uvwie.
Executive Chairman of the Delta state Board of Internal Revenue, Hon Solomon Ighrakpata was part of dignitaries at the event lauded the council boss for the initiative.
Some of the beneficiaries who spoke thanked Hon Anthony Ofoni for the gesture.
Also present was the Executive chairman Ughelli North LGA,Hon Jaro Egbo, Director General Warri, Uvwie and Special Area Development Agency WUEDA, Prince Godwin Ejinyere,the president general of Uvwie, High Chief Hope Erute amongst others.
