The Ekiti State Government has urged residents to disregard rumors about a N25,000 Christmas cash grant supposedly being distributed by Governor Biodun Oyebanji.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, dismissed the claims as false and warned the public to be cautious of fraudulent activities.
The statement read: “We wish to inform the public that the circulating information about a ₦25,000 Christmas cash grant from Governor Biodun Oyebanji is untrue and should be ignored. The governor does not distribute cash grants or engage in any cash handouts through unofficial channels or online platforms.”
Oyebode further cautioned the public to be vigilant and refrain from sharing personal information with unauthorized websites or individuals who may be attempting to defraud them. He emphasized, “All official communications from the Ekiti State Government are issued through recognized channels and state officials.”
The government urged residents to rely solely on verified sources for updates to avoid falling victim to scammers.
