Women in the state, who were gathered at the Samson Siasia
Stadium at Ovom, Yenagoa received gifts and cheques from the First Lady, who
urged them to vote en-masse for her husband, Goodluck Jonathan.
However, news reports alleged that the rice distributed by the First Lady were expired ones.
According to Reporters,
“the MDGs, a United Nations benchmark which is aimed at eradicating extreme poverty and hunger for all citizens, became the basis for a political campaign ground for Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Transformation Ambassadors of Nigeria (TAN), a political group affiliated with President Jonathan’s re-election.”
Several bags of rice repackaged in bags branded with Mr. Jonathan’s photos, sewing machines, hair dryers, and tricycles also known as “Keke NAPEP” were distributed to some at the rally.
Source in Yenogoa, responding to enquirers, said she heard the rumour but cannot confirm if Dame Jonathan actually distributed rice or whether the rice were expired. She added that what she is sure the First Lady gave out were tricycles.
Source: SaharaReporters
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