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Foundation launches 4bn naira programme in Nigeria

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A foundation has launched a 4 billion naira empowerment programme in Nigeria, including the distribution of around 150 cars valued at 3.2 billion naira. The announcement was made by Seriki, a former candidate for governor of Kwara State, according to Premium Times.

A foundation has launched a 4 billion naira empowerment programme in Nigeria, including the distribution of around 150 cars in Kwara State and neighbouring areas, Premium Times reported.

The vehicles are valued at 3.2 billion naira. The information was announced by Mr Seriki, a former All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for governor of Kwara State, according to Premium Times.

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