The Digest:
The Zamfara State Government has announced plans to fund a collective marriage ceremony for 200 orphans as part of a broader social welfare initiative, drawing both praise and criticism from citizens questioning the timing and priorities amid ongoing national challenges.
Key Points:
- Zamfara State Government will sponsor a mass wedding for 200 orphans on November 23
- Zakkat and Endowment Board Executive Secretary Malam Habibu Balarabe announced the initiative
- All beneficiaries were screened before selection for the wedding program
- 200 women will receive small-business grants to support their livelihoods
- 100 women completed poultry farming training and will receive starter packs
- The Board will also settle selected debts in Shari’ah Courts and correctional centres
- Computer literacy starter packs will be distributed to trained orphans
Sources: Vanguard, Punch
