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 About Us – Borno State Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Poverty Alleviation

The Borno State Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Poverty Alleviation is the government agency responsible for empowering young people, promoting sports development, and implementing poverty reduction initiatives across the state. The Ministry works to harness the energy, creativity, and potential of the youth while using sports as a tool for unity, talent development, and social engagement.

It also leads strategic programs and partnerships aimed at creating employment, enhancing skills, supporting entrepreneurship, and providing social safety nets to uplift vulnerable populations and foster sustainable development in Borno State.

🎯 Mandate

• Develop and implement policies for youth empowerment and sports advancement.

• Promote skills acquisition, entrepreneurship, and job creation for young people.

• Organize and support local, national, and international sporting events.

• Facilitate poverty alleviation programs through training, grants, and micro-credit schemes.

• Build and maintain sports infrastructure and recreational centers.

• Engage youth in leadership, civic participation, and nation-building efforts.

 Core Values

• Empowerment – Equipping young people with the skills and opportunities to succeed.

• Inclusiveness – Ensuring no one is left behind in development efforts.

• Excellence – Promoting high standards in sports and youth programs.

• Integrity – Maintaining transparency and accountability in all initiatives.

• Innovation – Driving creative solutions for youth engagement and poverty reduction.

• Resilience – Building the capacity of individuals and communities to overcome challenges.

🧩 Departments and Units

The Ministry is structured to ensure effective implementation of its broad mandates through specialized departments:

🏟️ Core Departments:

1. Department of Youth Development and Empowerment

2. Department of Sports Development

3. Department of Poverty Alleviation Programs

4. Skills Acquisition and Vocational Training Unit

5. Planning, Research, and Statistics (PRS)

6. Partnerships, Grants, and Microfinance Coordination

7. Administration and Finance

🔗 Key Agencies and Partnerships:

• Borno State Sports Council

• National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) – Borno Secretariat

• Youth associations and community organizations

• Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development

• International organizations (e.g., UNDP, ILO)

• Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) focused on youth and poverty reduction

• Private sector partners for job creation and training programs

🏁 Strategic Goals

1. Empower youth through skills acquisition, leadership training, and entrepreneurship support.

2. Promote sports excellence by identifying and nurturing athletic talents.

3. Reduce poverty through targeted livelihood programs, micro-credit, and capacity-building.

4. Develop and upgrade sports facilities and youth centers across the state.

5. Foster civic engagement and volunteerism among young people.

6. Strengthen collaboration with partners to maximize impact in youth and poverty programs.