HON. VERONICA AL-HASSAN RENEWS HOPE DOR YOUTHS, WOMEN, AND THE VULNERABLE
Over 500 constituents in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State recently benefited from a generous empowerment program initiated by Hon. Veronica Al-Hassan, Member of the Taraba State House of Assembly. The event, held at NUT House Bali, has become an annual tradition, providing basic lifesaving interventions such as cash, food, and clothes to youths, women, the elderly, and vulnerable individuals.

Hon. Veronica presenting cash gift to one of the beneficiaries
Hon. Veronica Al-Hassan, who was a civil servant before her political career, started this initiative in 2019, driven by divine inspiration. She began on a small scale, assisting a few lucky individuals, and has since increased the number of beneficiaries and the size of gifts.
The 2024 annual celebration and empowerment program attracted a massive turnout of beneficiaries, including state government officials, local government stakeholders, and political associates. Commissioner of Cooperative and Poverty Alleviation, Hon. Habu James Philip, praised Hon. Veronica Al-Hassan’s efforts, attributing her success to her dedication and commitment to giving back to society.
The Chairman of Bali Local Government, represented by his Vice Hon. Joseph Maman, appreciated Hon. Al-Hassan’s efforts, describing her as an achiever who has made the entire local government proud. The Chairman pledged the loyalty of local government officials and the general public to the administration of Governor Dr. Kefas Agbu.
Hon. Veronica Al-Hassan appealed to the people of Bali 1 constituency to pray and direct their support to Governor Dr. Kefas Agbu, who has been responsive to their requests. She highlighted the governor’s initiatives, including the provision of two milling machines for Bali and Dakka towns, the rehabilitation of the General Hospital, and the Governor’s lodge.
Ibrahim Bako, leader of the blind in Bali Local Government, expressed gratitude on behalf of his group and prayed for God’s blessing and wisdom for Hon. Veronica Al-Hassan to lead responsibly and endear herself to more supporters across the area.