The National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA), Associate Professor Badamasi Lawal, PhD, has urged participants of the three-day training workshop for NSIPA staff to harness the power of technology in the social interventions of the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme of the federal government.
The workshop, organized by the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP) of NSIPA in collaboration with Frontier Systems Limited, took place at the Federal Secretariat in Abuja. The theme of the training was “Improving Beneficiary Outcomes with Digital Solutions.”
In his opening address, Dr. Lawal emphasized the critical role of technology in modern governance, stating, “This training marks not only the beginning of a new learning initiative but also a renewed commitment to excellence, innovation, and inclusive development. ”At NSIPA, our mandate is clear: to deliver impactful, evidence-driven social interventions that uplift the lives of millions of Nigerians, particularly those in vulnerable populations, in alignment with Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda.” he said.
He stated that part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu 8-point agenda is focused on key areas of Implementing social welfare programmes to support vulnerable populations and reduce poverty in the country.
Dr. Lawal highlighted the significance of GEEP in advancing financial inclusion and empowering underserved communities, including petty traders, artisans, smallholder farmers, women, and youth.
He further stated that central to the digital transformation is the GEEP Dashboard, which he described as a powerful platform designed to track, analyze, and manage beneficiary data in real-time. “Your engagement in this training is vital. I urge you to approach this program with curiosity and commitment, embracing new ways of working,” he added.
He concluded by reminding participants that behind every data point on the dashboard is a real individual—a mother, trader, farmer, or young entrepreneur—relying on NSIPA to deliver hope and opportunity. “The knowledge and skills you gain here will significantly shape how we fulfill our responsibility to these individuals,” he said.
In her welcome address, Mrs. Ifeoma Chukwumbah, Acting Head of GEEP, reiterated the programme’s mission to expand financial inclusion and empower underserved Nigerians. She noted that initiatives like TraderMoni, MarketMoni, and FarmerMoni have already reached millions, providing access to capital and support for sustainable livelihoods.
Mrs. Chukwumbah highlighted that the training program is designed to ensure transparency, efficiency, and real impact in our social interventions. “This training reflects our commitment to utilizing data and digital tools to better serve our beneficiaries,” she stated.
She also emphasized the transformative potential of the GEEP Dashboard, which serves as a centralized, real-time platform for tracking beneficiaries, analyzing data, and enhancing decision-making. “The training will build our digital capacity, equipping us to deliver, monitor, and evaluate our interventions more effectively,” she concluded.
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Attari M. Hope
Head Communication and Public Relations
