UNDP Supports Northeast Nigeria's Insecurity and Poverty Plan

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has committed to supporting a master policy plan designed to tackle insecurity and poverty in Northeast Nigeria. This pledge was made by Elsie Attafuah, UNDP representative, during a technical workshop held in Maiduguri, Borno State, on Wednesday.

The plan aims to address the needs of the region's residents and is part of efforts to assist the Ministry of Regional Development in creating a robust and inclusive policy framework that meets global best practices. Attafuah emphasized the importance of leveraging UNDP's influence to attract necessary financing for the region's development.

The North East Development Commission, represented by Managing Director Moham Alkali, commended UNDP's support, noting the urgent need for coordinated national efforts to implement effective policies. The region faces significant challenges, including a poverty incidence of 74%, the second highest in the country, and limited access to electricity for 42% of its population.