Minister assures displaced Nigerians of rehabilitation, protection

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard Doro, has assured displaced Nigerians of the Federal Government’s commitment to their rehabilitation and protection.

Addressing journalists in Jos on Monday, Doro emphasised that his ministry’s vision is 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 government,” Doro said.

The minister outlined his strategic priorities, including strengthening social protection systems, expanding access to poverty alleviation programmes, and ensuring that humanitarian support reaches those in need.

He said, “My vision for the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction is clear and straightforward: to make hope a reality for our people, especially the poor, the displaced, the vulnerable, and the marginalised.

“We will pursue a humanitarian response not as charity, but as a right and a responsibility of 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.

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 organisations 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.

Doro also assured the people of Plateau State that his appointment was a collective effort, saying, “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 emphasised 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. With God’s help and your support, we will deliver a ministry that restores dignity, rebuilds communities, and renews hope,” the minister concluded.