Traders, artisans, farmers, women and youths in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are set for fresh financial relief as the Federal Government officially relaunched the Renewed Hope Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP) 3.0.
Minister of State for FCT, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, who flagged off the programme in Abuja alongside the FarmerMoni Dry and Wet Season disbursement, said the initiative would energise small businesses, increase household incomes and strengthen communities.
Describing the scheme as a key pillar of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Mahmoud said GEEP 3.0 is targeted at fighting poverty and promoting inclusive economic growth at the grassroots.
“This programme is designed to expand access to affordable financing for traders, artisans, farmers, women and youths. It will not only grow micro-enterprises but also improve household incomes and build stronger communities,” she said.
The Minister explained that the FarmerMoni Dry/Wet Season disbursement would boost food production, support agricultural value chains and promote prosperity in rural communities.
She also welcomed the inauguration of a new Technical Working Group to oversee the programme, stressing that transparency, accountability and proper monitoring would be ensured.
Mahmoud reaffirmed the FCT Administration’s readiness to partner with relevant agencies to guarantee that genuine beneficiaries have access to the loans.
She, however, warned beneficiaries to use the funds wisely.
“Reinvest in your businesses and make repayment a priority so others can benefit,” she urged.
The relaunch of GEEP 3.0 forms part of the Federal Government’s wider social investment push aimed at expanding financial inclusion and empowering small-scale entrepreneurs across Nigeria.
