The study examined the impact of N-Power programmes on poverty alleviation in Nigeria: A study of Rivers State. Survey design was used in this study to generate data. The study population comprised the youth in all the twenty-three Local Government Areas of Rivers State. A sample of 400 respondents from the Rivers State youths was studied. Out of the 400 copies of questionnaire administered, 387 copies were retrieved and after going through them 381 copies were found useful for data analysis. Descriptive and inferential statistics used to analyse data in this study. Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation Co-efficient (r) was used to test the hypotheses in this study.
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of N-Power Programme on Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria. Specific objectives of the study therefore, are: 1. To ascertain the activities of N-Power Agency towards poverty alleviation in Rivers State, 2. To determine the extent to which N-Power programmes generate empowerment for the youths in Rivers State, 3. To ascertain how N-Power Programmes alleviate poverty in Rivers State, 4. To identify the problems affecting N-Power Agency/programmes towards poverty alleviation in Rivers State.
Indeed, the N-Power programme has become a household name and has continued to generate some controversy, although the government is living up to its billing in addressing concerns raised in association with the programme. Explaining the rationale behind the programme, a highly placed government official says, the N-Power Programme of the Federal Government is a job creation and empowerment initiative of the Social Investment Programme, designed to drastically reduce youth empowerment in Nigeria. The focus is to provide our young graduates and non-graduates with the skills, tools and livelihood to enable them advance from empowerment to empowerment, entrepreneurship and innovation.
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Literature Review
- 2.1 Conceptual Issues
- 2.2 The Concept of N-Power Programme
- 2.3 The Concept Youth Empowerment in Nigeria
- 2.4 Youth Empowerment Schemes and Poverty Alleviation
- 2.5 Theoretical Framework
- 3. Research Methodology
- 4. Decision Criterion
- 5. DATA PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSIONS
- 5.1 Data Presentation
- 5.2 Test of Hypotheses
- 6. Discussion of Findings
- 7. Summary and Conclusion
- 8. Recommendations
Objectives and Key Themes
This study aims to evaluate the impact of the N-Power Programme on poverty alleviation in Rivers State, Nigeria. It investigates the programme's activities, its effectiveness in youth empowerment, and the challenges hindering its implementation.
- The impact of N-Power programmes on poverty alleviation in Rivers State.
- The role of N-Power in youth empowerment in Rivers State.
- Challenges and obstacles affecting the implementation of N-Power programmes.
- Specific activities of the N-Power programme in poverty alleviation.
- Analysis of the relationship between N-Power and poverty reduction.
Chapter Summaries
1. Introduction: This chapter introduces the N-Power Programme, a Nigerian government initiative designed to reduce youth unemployment and empower young people. It highlights the controversy surrounding the program, while also underscoring the government's commitment to addressing related concerns. The chapter establishes the program's goals of providing skills, tools, and livelihood opportunities, categorizing its various components (N-Power Teach, N-Power Build, etc.) and explaining their intended roles in skill development and economic empowerment. The chapter also lays the groundwork for examining the program's impact on poverty alleviation in Rivers State.
2. Literature Review: This chapter delves into existing literature on youth empowerment and poverty alleviation in Nigeria, setting the stage for the study. It explores the concept of N-Power, examining its design and objectives within the broader context of national youth empowerment strategies and poverty reduction initiatives. It discusses existing youth empowerment schemes and their effectiveness in poverty alleviation, examining both successes and limitations. A theoretical framework is then proposed to guide the research, providing a lens through which the N-Power Programme will be analyzed.
3. Research Methodology: This chapter outlines the research design, sampling methods, and data collection techniques employed in the study. It describes the survey design used to gather data from a sample of Rivers State youths, detailing the questionnaire used and the response rate achieved. The chapter also specifies the statistical methods used for data analysis, including descriptive and inferential statistics, and the use of Pearson's Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (r) to test the formulated hypotheses.
5. DATA PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSIONS: This chapter presents the findings of the study, utilizing descriptive and inferential statistics to analyze the collected data. It details the data presentation methods used and comprehensively presents the results of the hypothesis tests regarding the relationship between N-Power programmes and both poverty alleviation and youth empowerment in Rivers State. The chapter provides a detailed analysis of the collected data, laying the groundwork for a deeper discussion in the subsequent chapter.
6. Discussion of Findings: This chapter delves into a detailed interpretation of the findings presented in the previous chapter. It analyzes the data to ascertain the impact of the N-Power program on poverty alleviation and youth empowerment. The discussion explores the significant relationships, if any, between the N-Power programs and both poverty reduction and the empowerment of youths. The chapter connects the findings to existing literature and theory to explain the observed results and place the research in a broader academic context.
Keywords
N-Power, Poverty Alleviation, Youth Empowerment, Rivers State, Nigeria, Skills Development, Economic Empowerment, Program Implementation, Challenges, Hypothesis Testing.
Frequently Asked Questions: Evaluation of the N-Power Programme on Poverty Alleviation in Rivers State, Nigeria
What is the main objective of this study?
This study aims to evaluate the impact of the N-Power Programme on poverty alleviation and youth empowerment in Rivers State, Nigeria. It investigates the program's activities, effectiveness, and the challenges hindering its implementation.
What are the key themes explored in this study?
The key themes include the impact of N-Power on poverty alleviation in Rivers State, its role in youth empowerment, challenges affecting its implementation, specific activities related to poverty alleviation, and the relationship between N-Power and poverty reduction.
What is the N-Power Programme?
The N-Power Programme is a Nigerian government initiative designed to reduce youth unemployment and empower young people by providing skills, tools, and livelihood opportunities. It includes various components such as N-Power Teach and N-Power Build.
What does the literature review cover?
The literature review examines existing research on youth empowerment and poverty alleviation in Nigeria. It explores the concept of N-Power, its design and objectives within national strategies, and discusses existing youth empowerment schemes and their effectiveness. A theoretical framework guiding the research is also presented.
What research methodology was used?
The study employed a survey design with questionnaires distributed to a sample of Rivers State youths. Data analysis included descriptive and inferential statistics, using Pearson's Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (r) to test hypotheses.
How are the findings presented and discussed?
The findings are presented using descriptive and inferential statistics. The data analysis focuses on the relationship between N-Power programmes and poverty alleviation and youth empowerment in Rivers State. The discussion interprets the findings, connecting them to existing literature and theory.
What are the key chapters and their content?
The study includes chapters on introduction, literature review, research methodology, data presentation and analysis, discussion of findings, summary and conclusion, and recommendations. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of the research, building upon previous sections to provide a comprehensive analysis.
What are the key words associated with this study?
Key words include N-Power, Poverty Alleviation, Youth Empowerment, Rivers State, Nigeria, Skills Development, Economic Empowerment, Program Implementation, Challenges, and Hypothesis Testing.
What are the overall conclusions and recommendations likely to include?
While not explicitly detailed in the provided preview, the conclusion and recommendations chapters will likely summarize the study's findings on the effectiveness of the N-Power Programme in achieving its goals and offer suggestions for improvement and future research based on the identified challenges and successes.
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- Newman Enyioko (Author), 2020, The impact of N-Power programmes on poverty alleviation in Rivers State, Nigeria, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/537274
