Project Abstract

Abstract
Poverty reduction and sustainable development are critical aspects of national development in Nigeria. The country continues to face significant challenges in addressing poverty and achieving sustainable development goals. This research project aims to explore the relationship between poverty reduction efforts and sustainable development in Nigeria. The study will employ a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative analysis of poverty data and qualitative interviews with key stakeholders in the development sector. The research will examine the various policies and programs that have been implemented to reduce poverty in Nigeria, focusing on their effectiveness and impact on sustainable development. By analyzing poverty trends over time and assessing the outcomes of government initiatives, the study seeks to identify best practices and lessons learned that can inform future policy decisions. Furthermore, the project will investigate the role of key factors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic growth in poverty reduction and sustainable development. By understanding how these components interact and influence each other, the research aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities for poverty reduction in Nigeria. In addition, the study will explore the impact of external factors such as global economic trends, climate change, and conflicts on poverty levels in Nigeria. By examining the broader context in which poverty reduction efforts take place, the research aims to develop a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in achieving sustainable development in the country. Overall, this research project seeks to contribute to the existing body of knowledge on poverty reduction and sustainable development in Nigeria. By identifying gaps in current policies and programs, as well as opportunities for improvement, the study aims to provide evidence-based recommendations for policymakers and practitioners working to address poverty and promote sustainable development in Nigeria. Through a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between poverty reduction and sustainable development, this research project aims to generate insights that can inform more effective and targeted interventions to alleviate poverty and promote long-term development in Nigeria.

Project 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)