By Paul Joseph
The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction has disclosed that development partners are ready to support vulnerable households across Nigeria through strengthened social intervention programmes aimed at improving access to healthcare, education, and better living conditions.
This was contained in a press statement released on Saturday by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Janet McDickson Noah, of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, following a meeting between the ministry and a World Bank delegation held on May 22, 2026, at the conference room of the Honourable Minister.
Speaking during the engagement, the Honourable Minister, Nentawe Yilwatda, described the National Social Registry as more than just a database, stressing that it serves as a strategic national tool for identifying poor and vulnerable households across the country.
According to him, the registry ensures that social intervention programmes are evidence-based, well-targeted, and impactful in improving the lives of beneficiaries.
He further noted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to lifting millions of Nigerians out of poverty through sustained social investment and humanitarian programmes.
The minister also expressed optimism that more development partners would continue to collaborate with the Federal Government to strengthen efforts aimed at improving the welfare of vulnerable citizens nationwide.
Meanwhile, the World Bank delegation, led by Roberts Chase, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s social intervention initiatives, noting that Nigeria currently maintains the largest social registry in Africa.
The statement was issued by Janet McDickson Noah, Director of Information and Public Relations at the ministry.
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