Gov Oborevwori Launches ‘MORE Grant Scheme’ In Asaba …5,426 People Including Petty Traders, Artisans, Female Entrepreneurs Are Beneficiaries  

Delta state governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has launched the MORE Grant Scheme for petty traders, artisans and female entrepreneurs which had 5,426 people from poor and vulnerable households in the state as beneficiaries. 

Governor Oborevwori said the initiative is a comprehensive support system that would empower 5,426 Deltans, comprising 1,600 petty traders, 1,826 artisans and 2,000 female entrepreneurs across the state.  

He added that Delta state is rich in talent and ambition while commending the artisans, traders, and the entrepreneurs for being the unsung heroes of the local economies. 

He said: ‘Your hard work, creativity and perseverance are the driving force behind the vibrancy and resilience of our local communities. As we recognize your invaluable contributions, I reaffirm the state government’s commitment and willingness to support your endeavours. 

The MORE Grant Scheme represents a beacon of hope and a catalyst for positive change, as the programme provides critical resources that will help you scale up your businesses, and improve your livelihoods. 

To our petty traders from the poor and vulnerable households, despite the daily struggles of life, you have continued to strive for a better future for your families and communities through your small businesses. 

As a show of faith, the MORE Grant Scheme will continue to provide you with the financial assistance necessary to improve your businesses, as we remain committed to turning small ventures into flourishing enterprises, thereby improving the quality of life of our people and contributing to the economic growth of our state’. 

He  also urged the artisans, to use their skills, craftsmanship and  dedication to preserve the state’s cultural heritage through creative innovation for sustainable living. 

The governor added that ‘the grant being given out today will help you acquire better tools, access quality materials, and reach wider markets, which will, in turn, take the rich traditions of our people to new heights. 

To our female entrepreneurs, you are the embodiment of strength and innovation. Despite facing numerous challenges with courage and determination, you have not stopped breaking barriers and setting new standards. I am proud of you. 

This grant scheme is dedicated to empowering you and more young women with the resources and mentorship needed to grow your businesses and inspire other women to follow in your footsteps. 

Your success is crucial to our state’s progress, and we are devoted to supporting your entrepreneurial journey every step of the way’.

A statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com noted that Governor Oborevwori assured the beneficiaries during the formal launch of the M.O.R.E Grant Scheme at  the Event Centre, Asaba, on Thursday that the state government will make arrangements for workshops, training sessions and mentorship programmes to equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive market. 

‘We aim to foster a community of empowered individuals who collaborate, innovate and uplift one another’  the governor said. 

In her welcome remarks, the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Community Support Services and Girl-Child Development, Orode Uduaghan, said the project was anchored on three phases, with each carefully designed to empower specific segments of the state, for over 5,000 beneficiaries. 

Uduaghan disclosed that the first phase of the project ‘targets the heartbeat’ of the local economy of the state, the petty traders who, she noted, contribute immeasurably to the tapestry of communities in the state. 

With the MORE Grant Scheme, the state government, she noted, aimed to infuse vitality in their businesses, saying; ‘we are aware of how impactful even a small additional capital can be for these petty traders who work tirelessly to make a living’. 

The keynote speakers at the event, Weyinmi Eribo and Nneka Okekearu, affirmed that human capital development is a platform to break the jinx of poverty and lauded the governor for providing resources to grow small and medium- scale enterprises. 

They pledged to partner with the state government through their agencies to mentor young entrepreneurs from the MORE grant scheme on ways to grow their businesses to become large- scale establishments. 

Some of the beneficiaries, including; Mr Paul Onwochei (Delta North); Ogemuno Endurance (Delta Central) and Shodipe Gbubemi Sarah (Delta South), thanked Governor Oborevwori for providing money for them to expand their businesses and urged him to sustain the programme in order that more Deltans can benefit from it. 

Highlights of the event include symbolic presentation of cheques to some of the beneficiaries –Team@orientactualmags.com  Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com.  Thank you

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