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September 17, 2025 by Our Reporter
National Assembly has reaffirmed its support for Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG CARES) programme.
It described it as a lifeline for poor communities and an instrument for building resilience among the vulnerable.
House Committee Chair on NG-CARES, Abubakar Kusada, spoke in Abuja, at a stakeholders’ meeting convened to validate the Generic Operations Manual in preparation for rollout of NG-CARES 2.0.
He reaffirmed the legislature’s commitment to supporting NG CARES, stressing oversight visits to states will form part of the partnership between Legislature and Executive on poverty alleviation.
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He noted that “no community should be left out” in the efforts to cushion vulnerable households and businesses from economic shocks.
“NG-CARES is more than a programme, it is a lifeline. It is about families regaining their dignity, businesses reopening opportunity and rebuilding communities for a sustainable future. NG-CARES is an ambitious and people-focused initiative, reaching households, businesses, and communities in 36 states and FCT,” he said.
Representing World Bank, Prof. Foluso Okunmadewa, hailed the legislature’s involvement, noting it is a sign of ownership and sustainability.
“The legislature’s participation gives confidence NG-CARES will endure as a national instrument for poverty alleviation and resilience, beyond donor support,” he said.
National Coordinator, Dr Abdulkarim Obaje, thanked Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, for establishing the committee. He noted that this complements Renewed Hope Agenda, which emphasises inclusive growth and development, especially for the poor and vulnerable.
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