Ogun State's Educash Transfer Program Benefits 30,000 Students Amid Economic Crisis
Arigbabu assured that all eligible recipients would receive their payments, citing ongoing efforts to expedite the process. He provided updates on disbursements to specific institutions, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability through bank transactions.
AKACHI NOEL 
Ogun State has announced that 20,000 students in tertiary institutions and 10,000 indigent pupils in primary and secondary schools have received financial support through the Educash transfer program. This initiative aims to alleviate the economic challenges faced by students and families in the state.
Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, confirmed the disbursement of funds after overseeing the process in Ogun West Senatorial District. He emphasized that the scheme will continue to benefit more individuals, with plans to reach a total of approximately 50,000 beneficiaries.
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Arigbabu assured that all eligible recipients would receive their payments, citing ongoing efforts to expedite the process. He provided updates on disbursements to specific institutions, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability through bank transactions.
The state government reiterated its stance on avoiding cash payments to students in public schools, emphasizing the use of bank accounts for transfers to ensure traceability and security of transactions.
The Educash transfer program reflects Ogun State's commitment to supporting education and mitigating financial hardships among students and families in the region.
