The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening public service delivery and improving social welfare systems across Nigeria.
Key Highlights:
- The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction reaffirmed its commitment to improving welfare systems and supporting vulnerable Nigerians.
- The statement was made during the International Civil Service Conference in Abuja.
- Permanent Secretary Olubunmi Olusanya participated in a panel on improving service delivery in health, education, and social protection.
- Discussions focused on better coordination, innovation, technology use, and accountability in public service delivery.
- The ministry highlighted ongoing reforms aimed at reducing poverty and strengthening social protection programmes.
The ministry made the pledge during its participation in the ongoing International Civil Service Conference holding in Abuja, where it joined other government institutions, development partners, and public sector stakeholders to discuss reforms in governance and service delivery.
The ministry’s presence was notably marked on the second day of the conference when the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olubunmi Olusanya, featured as a panelist in a high-level session focused on enhancing efficiency in critical public sectors.
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The session, themed “Improving Service Delivery in Health, Education and Social Protection,” brought together senior government officials and policy experts to examine strategies for strengthening institutional performance and expanding access to essential services.
Discussions at the panel focused on the need for improved inter-agency coordination, innovation in public administration, and sustainable policy frameworks capable of addressing inequality and expanding support for vulnerable populations.
Participants also explored how technology, reform-driven governance, and stronger accountability mechanisms can enhance the effectiveness of service delivery within Nigeria’s civil service system.
The conference, which attracted delegates from government agencies, international organisations, and the private sector, provided a platform for dialogue on strengthening governance structures and improving administrative efficiency in Nigeria and beyond.
Officials of the ministry described the event as an important opportunity to showcase ongoing reforms and initiatives aimed at reducing poverty and expanding social protection programmes for vulnerable citizens.
They further reaffirmed the ministry’s role in advancing humanitarian interventions, poverty reduction strategies, and inclusive development policies under the current administration.
Photographs from the event captured moments from the panel session, interactions among delegates, and the participation of ministry representatives in various activities throughout the conference in Abuja.
