President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the sum of N6.45billion for the setting up of gas plants in 38 locations across the country in bid to enhance the treatment of COVID-19 patients who need oxygen.
This was disclosed by the Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed, while speaking at the first National Economic Council (NEC) meeting of the year presided over by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo.
According to the Minister, President Buhari approved the release of the said funds for the production of oxygen which was necessitated by the surge in number of patients who need oxygen due to COVID-19 infections in the country.
ATTENTION: Click “HERE” to join our WhatsApp group and receive News updates directly on your WhatsApp!
