In an effort to advance financial inclusion and economic empowerment, the Zamfara State Government says it has approved a plan to give 36,176 residents shares in Dangote Group.

The State Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Relief Matters states that the initiative is intended to give citizens access to investment opportunities and the nation's business sector.

Through the Dangote Initial Public Offering, in partnership with the state ministries of Humanitarian Affairs and Finance, as well as the Zamfara Investment Company, each beneficiary is anticipated to receive roughly 20 shares under the program.

Salisu Musa Tsafe Kainuwa, the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, will oversee the program.

The ministry claims that 2,261 beneficiaries will be distributed among the state's 14 local government areas, with Gusau, the state capital, receiving 4,522 beneficiaries.

In an effort to guaranty inclusivity, the ministry added that the program would make accommodations for people with disabilities.

It further stated that Governor Dauda Lawal approved the program to increase locals' access to investment opportunities and foster financial independence.