Over 12 million households to benefit from direct cash transfer - FG The Federal Government is taking steps to relaunch direct cash transfers to support the most marginalised and vulnerable individuals in Nigeria. Currently, around three million people benefit from these initiatives, but with the rising cost of living, the government foresees that as many as 12 million households could become eligible for these essential financial aids. Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, announced this initiative at the Ministry’s retreat in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State, underscoring the government's...