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Sen. Ned Nwoko Champions Data-Driven Social Security Reform
......As CSOs applaud move


The lawmaker representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Ned Nwoko, has advocated for a data-driven social security structure that would ensure sustainable for unemployed and vulnerable citizens.

He also reiterated his call for the replacement of the Humanitarian Affairs Ministry with the National Social Security Agency under the office of the President.

Senator Nwoko stated this over the weekend in Abuja during a meeting with a coalition of civil society organisations across the country.

Under the aegis of the Coalition for Creativity & Social Change, the organisations are working in social welfare thematic areas.

While explaining that the proposed legislation, which is already before the National Assembly, enjoys the of his colleagues across party lines, he said the agency, when established, shall provide well-structured, impactful, and sustainable social interventions to eligible unemployed Nigerians and the vulnerable.

Accompanied by his wife and actress, Regina Daniels, the federal legislator said social security should not be considered an act of benevolence but a fundamental human right.

The proposed agency, he pointed out, would target and address the needs of the vulnerable population through a more efficient and sustainable system.

He lamented that the Humanitarian Affairs Ministry has been embroiled in controversy, expressing regret that the vulnerable in society have been neglected by the government.

Senator Nwoko noted that while the Humanitarian Affairs Ministry carries out an ad-hoc approach in the Federal Government’s social safety nets programme, the new agency would provide a more sustainable and dignified solution to social welfare and align Nigeria with global best practices in social security management.

He explained that the scheme would help address insecurity and criminal activities arising from unemployment.

“The essence of the bill is to make it mandatory for the government to provide for these categories of people without discrimination.

“The amount could be anything from N50,000 to N100,000. I know some people will say, what about Minimum Wage? It is for those who are working. But if you are unemployed and at home, you don’t make money through any other means.

“But for this to work, we must have a national database that is verifiable, credible, and acceptable by all.

“I am ionate about this because the vulnerable people in Nigeria are neglected. They are treated like aliens,” he said.

The Delta North senator stated that the agency would be funded through contributions of 5 percent earnings by governments, businesses, and multinationals.

Some of the coalition include Research and Training for Real Empowerment (Restore Initiatives); Evergreen Initiative; Media & Creativity for Social Consciousness; and civil rights advocacy group, Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA).

They drummed up for the senator’s call to replace the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs with the National Social Security Agency, even as they lauded his focus on using accurate, up-to-date data to ensure that social security benefits reach those who genuinely need them.

In his presentation, renowned media scholar and lecturer at Baze University, Abuja, Prof. Abiodun Adeniyi delivered a comprehensive presentation that provided historical context and highlighted exemplary global practices.

On his part, HURIWA National Coordinator, Emmanuel Onwubiko, said the proposed National Social Security Agency has the potential to address some of the root causes of social unrest in Nigeria.

According to him, the agency would represent a significant shift from the charity-oriented framework currently dominating our social welfare landscape.

Similarly, media executive Gloria Okolugbo applauded the lawmaker for the initiative, stressing that he is ionately spearheading what civil society organisations should champion.

https://guardian.ng/news/nwoko-advocates-data-driven-social-security-structure/

Chinedu Nwoko has some good points, but we know where the problem is. The people who continue to allow people from neighbouring countries to flow into Nigeria and benefit from the Niger Delta oil money will not agree.

Nice one

Regina is doing well in Za Oza room..

Ned dey try for senate

He will not take measures to kill the mosquitoes. But he will use all resources to buy malaria drugs.

Noted.

No matter how hard they try to whitewash, your principal never had use for data; you don't either.

In Odumodublvck's voice, "No be all these cho cho cho. Show working. Show working"

Do all you want, we (Anioma) will never be part of South East.

Anioma first son . Carry go sir

One man can't make politics work.


It's way devilish than anyone can imagine.


them or get roped

Smart guy

Unlimitedwords:


https://guardian.ng/news/nwoko-advocates-data-driven-social-security-structure/

We came to this world naked, and we leave it the same way... wonder how Nigerian politicians always miss the significance of that truth

They spend their entire lives robbing other people and accumulating wealth that they end up not using

Ok

All PR. No substance

wealthpreach:
Do all you want, we (Anioma) will never be part of South East.

To call you Ewu would be a compliment to your public foolishness.

The boat has sailed and this is not the topic of discussion.

This guy just dey watch CNN , come they copy points down, you no check if it applies to our situation, the one he championed that all Nigerians should bear arms( copied from CNN also) never get head

There's sense in this.

colonelwealth:



To call Ewu would be a compliment to your public foolishness.

The boat has sailed and this is not the topic of discussion.

Slowpoke. I can't be a part of a region that segregation against its own.

This another super story.....a tales he himself knows ...does not have substance...,let him just keep enjoying ....and satisfying ....his ... uncircumcised...."ROD" on his KIDS..turned wives and lovers

wealthpreach:


Slowpoke. I can't be a part of a region that segregation against its own.

Make I ask you a simple question. Who sabi you? What is your name? Who sabi you for Anioma? If you be man, mention your name for verification. Then I go no say you serious...no offense meant

Pedophile Nwoko

https://guardian.ng/news/nwoko-advocates-data-driven-social-security-structure/[/quote]

Standard !

Anything data-driven is welcome...but when the data source is unreliable, biased or compromised, the aim becomes defeated... politicians and civil servants will ultimately hijack it as usual.

Nigeria needs thorough cleansing...not whitewashing

Wike Follow me

Na you and who gather dash Anioma First Son ? Mtcheeew

chudez0147:
Anioma first son . Carry go sir

You and who sailed the boat that has left? Do you want force people into what they don't want?

Why this choice of word Ewu & Foolishness oga enforcement agent?

colonelwealth:



To call Ewu would be a compliment to your public foolishness.

The boat has sailed and this is not the topic of discussion.

Did you wake up okay by starting your day with insult?

wealthpreach:


Slowpoke. I can't be a part of a region that segregation against its own.

I don't wish this man to contest for any gubernatorial elections in future. It's okay that he continues his humanitarian gestures .Rochas OKOROCHA did it and we all saw how he ended.Maneer is a good man.

Arostar2023:


Make I ask you a simple question. Who sabi you? What is your name? Who sabi you for Anioma? If you be man, mention your name for verification. Then I go no say you serious...no offense meant

No emotions. Let me make you understand what is on ground. I personally don't have a say, but here it is.

He is not adding animal because of his love for the East, but because of his ambition to become a governor.

If he succeeds, he will erode Okowas hold on the state which Okowa won't let happen.

Currently, Ika and Ndokwa have refused the venture. The other day at his summit at the Grand Hotel, he tried to woo Ndokwa with the deputy governor slot.

Watch how it will all play out. I won't say much.

TinkTwice:


Regina is doing well in Za Oza room..

Keep objectifying women, when they rape your family don’t come crying to us o.

this man like diddy looking for tender ones to dig