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Jigawa State Government sacks contractors over substandard meals, negligence, and mismanagement in the ongoing Ramadan Iftar Programme.
The Jigawa State Government has terminated the contracts of several contractors involved in the Ramadan Feeding (Iftar) Programme over alleged misconduct and failure to meet required standards.
The announcement was made in a statement by the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Special Duties, Hon. Auwal D. Sankara.
According to the ministry, the decision followed monitoring visits across various local government areas, which revealed serious lapses in the execution of the programme.
Findings from Monitoring Visits
The statement disclosed that some contractors were found guilty of negligence and mismanagement, including:
- Providing substandard meals to beneficiaries
- Failing to pay cooks their entitlements
- Mismanaging public resources allocated for the programme
- Skipping cooking days in some locations
Replacement Process Underway
The ministry confirmed that it has begun replacing the affected contractors with more competent ones to ensure the smooth continuation of the Ramadan feeding initiative.
It assured residents that the government remains committed to quality, transparency, and accountability in the programme’s implementation.
Government Reaffirms Commitment to Welfare
Commissioner Auwal D. Sankara emphasized that the administration of Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi would not tolerate any act that undermines the objectives of the humanitarian initiative.
The Ramadan Feeding Programme was launched to support vulnerable residents and ensure that less privileged citizens receive nutritious meals during the holy month.
