NPower beneficiaries have joined the mounting opposition to the federal government’s rumored decision to dissolve the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.
In a statement signed by Nazifi Mohammed Abubakar, President of the NPower Beneficiaries, Kano State Chapter, the group voiced serious concerns, emphasizing the ministry’s key role in managing humanitarian crises, alleviating poverty, and promoting social welfare.
Abubakar explained that the ministry was established to coordinate and streamline humanitarian interventions, disaster response, and social welfare programs across the nation. He argued that dismantling the ministry would jeopardize efforts to address Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges.
“The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation is uniquely positioned to enhance the image of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, as it directly impacts the lives of ordinary Nigerians,” Abubakar stated.
The group further highlighted that the ministry is responsible for overseeing vital social programs such as N-Power, Conditional Cash Transfers, and the Homegrown School Feeding Programme. They warned that scrapping the ministry could lead to disorganized management of these programs, opening the door to corruption and inefficiency.
“Nigeria faces a range of crises, from internal conflicts to natural disasters, which have led to a growing number of displaced persons. The ministry is crucial in managing these challenges, and eliminating it would only worsen the situation,” Abubakar added.
He cautioned that without a central coordinating body like the ministry, corruption and mismanagement could flourish, hindering the effectiveness of social programs meant to support vulnerable citizens.
The NPower beneficiaries urged the federal government to reconsider its alleged plans and instead focus on strengthening the ministry’s efforts to tackle the country’s socio-economic issues.
The group also expressed solidarity with other concerned organizations, including civil society groups and humanitarian experts, who have previously called on President Tinubu to review the proposed decision.
