Thesis Abstract

Abstract
Poverty reduction and sustainable development are key challenges facing Nigeria, a country with a large population and significant economic disparities. This research project aims to explore the relationship between poverty reduction efforts and sustainable development initiatives in Nigeria. The study will investigate various factors contributing to poverty in the country, such as limited access to basic services, high unemployment rates, and income inequality. Furthermore, the research will analyze the effectiveness of current poverty reduction strategies implemented by the Nigerian government and international organizations. By examining the impact of these programs on vulnerable populations, the study seeks to identify gaps in existing initiatives and recommend policy measures to enhance their outcomes. In addition, the project will assess the role of sustainable development practices in addressing poverty in Nigeria. This includes examining how environmental conservation, renewable energy projects, and sustainable agriculture can contribute to economic growth and poverty alleviation. By promoting sustainable practices, the research aims to create long-term solutions to poverty that benefit both current and future generations. The study will utilize a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data analysis with qualitative interviews and case studies. By collecting data from government reports, academic sources, and field research, the project aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of poverty and sustainable development in Nigeria. Overall, this research project seeks to contribute to the ongoing discourse on poverty reduction and sustainable development in Nigeria. By identifying key challenges and opportunities in this area, the study aims to inform policymakers, researchers, and development practitioners on effective strategies to address poverty and promote sustainable development in the country.

Thesis Overview

INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study

Many people when they hear or read about the word poverty will automatically think and look at poverty as being simply a lack of money. This is partly true but for a better understanding of poverty it is necessary to go beyond this simple or common sense, definition of poverty. Poverty is much more than a simple lack of money. For example, if you were stranded on a desert island and you had several thousand dollars or pounds in cash, while those around you had things like food, clothing and shelter would be in poverty? You could not eat your money, nor could. Your fellow inhabitants might not even want your money, particularly if they believe that a rescue is not eminent. In such a situation, lack of money means equal poverty. This is, however, only part of the storywith regard to poverty yet in order to understand poverty and inequality, we must probe beneath surface reality and go beyond the common sense explanation which is simply another for cliché.
Definitions of PovertyThere are two different ways in which researchers define poverty; Absolute poverty and relative poverty.

Absolute poverty refers to the situation in which a person lacks those things that help to sustain human life. The lack of basic human needs such as food, shelter and clothing. This form of poverty was once quite common in countries such as Britain and American but has since declined…. (91 pages)

INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the StudyMany people when they hear or read about the word poverty will automatically think and look at poverty as being simply a lack of money. This is partly true but for a better understanding of poverty it is necessary to go beyond this simple or common sense, definition of poverty. Poverty is much more than a simple lack of money. For example, if you were stranded on a desert island and you had several thousand dollars or pounds in cash, while those around you had things like food, clothing and shelter would be in poverty? You could not eat your money, nor could. Your fellow inhabitants might not even want your money, particularly if they believe that a rescue is not eminent. In such a situation, lack of money means equal poverty. This is, however, only part of the storywith regard to poverty yet in order to understand poverty and inequality, we must probe beneath surface reality and go beyond the common sense explanation which is simply another for cliché.
Definitions of PovertyThere are two different ways in which researchers define poverty; Absolute poverty and relative poverty.

Absolute poverty refers to the situation in which a person lacks those things that help to sustain human life. The lack of basic human needs such as food, shelter and clothing. This form of poverty was once quite common in countries such as Britain and American but has since declined…. (91 pages)