Utilization of Information for Poverty Eradication in Nigeria National Poverty Eradication Programme, (NAPEP) ABUJA

Abstract

Provision of accurate information has and will continue to be at the forefront of the efforts to manage poverty in Nigeria. Using a structured questionnaire, the study investigated the utilization of information for poverty eradication in Nigeria National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) Headquarters, Abuja. Questions on types of information generation, sourcing, purpose and use were asked. The data collected revealed that the type information generated and sourced was mostly information on skill acquisition. It was discovered that community leaders and government agencies were the major source of information. The paper concludes that information generated by NAPEP when properly utilized can help in the achievement of the goals and objectives of the programme. Some of the recommendation made include making available information on skill acquisition training a priority and Agricultural exhibition.