Nigeria Launches Poverty Intelligence Hub for 140 Million

On Wednesday, the Federal Government of Nigeria launched a poverty intelligence hub designed to target and monitor poverty reduction programs for the estimated 140 million Nigerians living below the poverty line. The initiative was unveiled by Dr. Bernard Doro, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, during a three-day workshop in Abuja.

Doro emphasized the need for a data-driven approach to tackle poverty, moving away from assumptions and fragmented interventions. The hub will serve as a central intelligence gathering platform to support government anti-poverty efforts.

Mr. Fumi Ayeni noted that the initiative aims to help policymakers better understand the needs of the poor and vulnerable populations, while Dr. Abimbola Fasanu stressed the importance of reliable data in shaping public policy. The workshop provided stakeholders with opportunities to develop strategies for implementing impactful poverty reduction initiatives, reinforcing the government's commitment to improving living conditions in Nigeria.