Emmanuel Daudu
In a renewed push to combat poverty and humanitarian challenges in Nigeria, the Honourable Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu, Danmadamin Yauri, has called for a holistic and collaborative approach to addressing the issue.
He emphasized that the government alone cannot eliminate poverty and urged strong partnerships between the Ministry and relevant stakeholders.
Dr. Sununu made this call while receiving a delegation from the Niger Delta Peoples Salvation Front (NDPSF) in his office in Abuja.
He revealed that the Ministry is working towards establishing a National Council on Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, a strategic forum where stakeholders can engage in meaningful dialogue and chart a course for sustainable solutions.
Additionally, he announced plans for a National Humanitarian Response Plan to provide a structured framework for addressing humanitarian crises across the country.
Commending NDPSF’s founder, Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, for supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration in tackling youth restiveness in the Niger Delta, Dr. Sununu acknowledged the organization’s efforts in advocating for the region’s marginalized communities.
Speaking on behalf of the NDPSF, National Chairman Alabo Engr. Obomate Harry reiterated the group’s commitment to partnering with the Ministry in job creation, skill acquisition, and poverty alleviation initiatives.
He urged the Ministry to increase its presence in the Niger Delta through citizen engagement mechanisms and empowerment workshops, which would enhance the credibility and impact of government programs.
As a gesture of appreciation for his dedication to humanitarian efforts and national development, the delegation presented Dr. Sununu with a plaque, recognizing his contributions to improving lives across the country.
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