Evaluation of Poverty Alleviation Programs in Saki East Local Governments of Oyo State

Poverty Allevation Programs in Nigerian Local Governments

Term Paper (Advanced seminar) , 2011 , 77 Pages

Politics - Region: Africa

The term paper evaluated poverty alleviation programs in saki east local government of oyo state.It also identified various poverty programs in saki east local government of oyo state and examined the implementational strategies for these programs in the local government.It also assessed the impact of the poverty
alleviation programs on the people of saki east local government area, This was necessitated by the need to make poverty alleviation more effective and beneficial to the people of the local government.
The paper utilized primary and secondary data.Primary data were questionnaire while secondary data were textbooks,journals,internet sources etc
The term paper revealed that there is a need to shift emphasis to target approach to poverty reduction in Nigeria.It also revealed that there is for target women and other vulnerable group of poor people in order to prevent bias against women in
accessing information above poverty alleviation programs.
The paper concluded that poverty alleviaton plans should be well comprehensive coordinated and well funded in order to make it more effective and beneficial to the people of saki east local government of oyo state.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• INTRODUCTION
  • Background to the Study
  • Statement of the Problem
  • Objectives of the Study

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research paper examines poverty alleviation programs in Saki East Local Government of Oyo State, Nigeria. It seeks to analyze the effectiveness of these programs by identifying various programs, evaluating their implementation strategies, and assessing their impact on the local population. The key themes explored in this research are:

• The prevalence and persistence of poverty in Nigeria, despite government efforts.
• The effectiveness of poverty alleviation programs in Saki East Local Government.
• The impact of poverty alleviation programs on the people of Saki East Local Government.
• The need for targeted and well-coordinated approaches to poverty reduction in Nigeria.
• The importance of addressing gender disparities in access to poverty alleviation resources.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

INTRODUCTION

This introductory chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the context and rationale for studying poverty alleviation programs in Saki East Local Government. It highlights the prevalence of poverty in Nigeria, despite the country's wealth, and explores the historical and contemporary challenges associated with poverty reduction. The chapter also establishes the objectives and significance of the study, outlining its contribution to understanding the effectiveness of poverty alleviation programs at the local level.

Background to the Study

This section delves deeper into the prevalence and persistence of poverty in Nigeria, providing historical and statistical data to illustrate the severity of the problem. The chapter analyzes various factors contributing to poverty, such as economic inequalities, lack of access to basic services, and limited opportunities for education and employment. It also discusses the need for effective and targeted poverty alleviation programs to address these challenges.

Statement of the Problem

This section addresses the shortcomings and limitations of existing poverty alleviation programs in Nigeria. It critiques the effectiveness of past government initiatives and highlights the need for a more comprehensive and strategic approach to poverty reduction. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of focusing on the specific needs of vulnerable groups and ensuring equitable access to resources.

Objectives of the Study

This section outlines the specific research questions and objectives that guide the study. It clarifies the intent to identify various poverty alleviation programs in Saki East Local Government, analyze their implementation strategies, and assess their impact on the local population. This section sets the stage for the subsequent chapters, which will delve into the empirical analysis of these objectives.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The study focuses on poverty alleviation in Nigeria, specifically examining programs and their impact in Saki East Local Government of Oyo State. Key terms include: poverty reduction, poverty alleviation programs, program implementation, impact assessment, targeted approach, gender disparities, rural development, and local government initiatives.

• College: Obafemi Awolowo University (Department of Public Administration)
• Course: Pad 646
• Author: Adeola Ajayi (Author)
• Publication Year: 2011
• Pages: 77
• Catalog Number: V197775
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656242192
• ISBN (Book): 9783656242581
• Language: English
• Tags: evaluation, poverty, alleviation, programs, saki, east, local, governments, state, allevation, nigerian