The Effect of N-Power Programmes on Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria: a Study of Rivers State Oboi-Akpor Local Government Area

Student: deborah chinonso okoli (Project, 2025)
Department of Public Administration and Local Govenment
University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State

Abstract

Poverty remains a significant socio-economic challenge in Nigeria, necessitating governmentinterventions such as the N-Power programme to address unemployment and financialhardship. This study examines the effect of N-Power programmes, specifically N-Agro andN-Teach, on poverty alleviation in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. Theresearch assesses the extent to which these empowerment initiatives contribute to reducingpoverty through job creation, skill development, and income enhancement. A survey researchdesign was adopted, and data were collected from beneficiaries using structuredquestionnaires. The findings reveal that while N-Agro and N-Teach have positively impactedpoverty alleviation by improving beneficiaries’ financial stability and employability,challenges such as funding constraints and lack of sustainability hinder their long-termeffectiveness. The study concludes that for these programmes to have a lasting impact, thereis a need for improved funding, monitoring, and continuity strategies. It is recommended thatthe government enhance policy implementation, ensure timely stipends, and expand the scopeof the N-Power programme to reach more beneficiaries

Keywords
poverty remains significant socioeconomic challenge nigeria necessitating governmentinterventions npower programme
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