Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, has assured displaced Nigerians of the Federal Government’s commitment to their rehabilitation and protection.
Addressing journalists in Jos, Plateau State, on Monday,
Doro emphasized that his ministry’s vision was to make hope a reality for the
poor, displaced, and vulnerable.
“We will pursue a humanitarian response not as charity, but
as a right and a responsibility of the government,” Doro said.
The minister, who was recently sworn in by President Bola
Tinubu, outlined his strategic priorities, including strengthening social
protection systems, expanding access to poverty alleviation programmes, and
ensuring humanitarian support reaches those in need.
“My vision for the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and
Poverty Reduction is clear and yet straightforward: to make hope a reality for
our people, especially the poor, the displaced, the vulnerable, and
marginalised.
“We will pursue a humanitarian response not as charity, but
as a right and a responsibility of the government. We will build a ministry
that listens, responds, and acts, with transparency, accountability, and
measurable impact.
“Every intervention must translate into food on the table,
roofs over heads, children in school, and livelihoods restored,” he said.
He promised to collaborate with state governments, local
communities, and development partners.
“In the coming months, we will strengthen social protection
systems, expand access to poverty alleviation programmes, and ensure that
humanitarian support reaches people where they are, not just where cameras go.
“We will work with state governments, local communities,
development partners, traditional institutions, and faith-based organizations
to build a seamless humanitarian network across Nigeria.
“Plateau, with its diverse communities and resilient people,
will serve as a model state for inclusive humanitarian action, where every
displaced person is accounted for, every vulnerable household is supported, and
every youth has access to skills and opportunity,” the minister added.
Speaking on his appointment, Doro said, “This appointment is
not mine alone; it is ours. Together, we will demonstrate that Plateau can lead
the way in humanitarian leadership, social inclusion, and compassionate
governance.”
He emphasized the importance of partnership and
transparency, inviting scrutiny and collaboration from journalists, civil
society, and development partners.
“I stand before you today, not as one who knows it all, but
as one ready to listen, to learn, and to serve.
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