Hon Barji Bitrus distributes 1,200 bags of rice to various religious bodies in Plateau
Philanthropist and aspirant for the position of House of Representatives in the 2019 General election, Hon. David Barji Bitrus on Tuesday distributed 1,200 bags of rice to various religious bodies in Plateau State for onward distribution to members to help soften the pressure families are going through because of the Corona pandemic
Our correspondent reports that Hon. Barji who contested the APC primaries for Pankshin, Kanke, Kanam said, he was moved to give the support because he is aware of the hardship families are experiencing as a result of the pandemic. “Many people are facing threat from the Corona virus and a bigger threat from hunger due to the partial shutdown of the economy of the state. The Corona pandemic has opened opportunity to show our humanity by supporting one another”.
He acknowledged the contribution of the State Government particularly the Governor who has been on ground making sure the state is prepared for any eventuality that may arise as a result of the pandemic which is ravaging some States with more than 100 cases registered already.
He also appreciated the support of a true friend of Plateau, Engr. T.S Tein Jack-Rick who contributed in acquiring the relief materials. He encouraged other well meaning Plateau indigene to augment the Government’s effort by providing sucur to the less privileged who are hit already.
Highlight was the sharing of the rice to the representative of various religious groups with a plea that it gets to those who really need it.
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