
Agege council offers free cooking gas refills to 4,000 residents
The Chairman of Agege Local Government Area, Abdulganiyu Obasa, has introduced a free cooking gas refill programme for residents. The initiative will provide a 3kg cooking gas refill to 4,000 people across the seven wards in Agege. Obasa stated that the programme aims to offer practical relief to households facing rising energy costs. The announcement has sparked mixed reactions online, with some questioning its long-term impact.
What we know
- Abdulganiyu Obasa announced a free 3kg cooking gas refill programme for 4,000 residents in Agege.
- The refills will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, with slots allocated across seven wards.
- Beneficiaries must present their personal gas cylinders to participate in the programme.
- The initiative is intended to cushion the effects of rising gas prices and support vulnerable households.
- Online reactions have been mixed, with some users questioning the sustainability and broader impact of the scheme.