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About the Ministry

Driven by Compassion. Committed to Service.

The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Akwa Ibom State, was established on September 9, 2024, by His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, Ph.D., to enhance social welfare and humanitarian response across the state. The ministry became fully operational on October 14, 2024, with the appointment of its pioneer Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Eno Ime Akpan, FCA.

On February 24, 2025, Princess Emem Ibanga was sworn into the State Executive Council and appointed as the Honourable Commissioner for the Ministry. Tasked with aligning state-level interventions with the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, the ministry is committed to fostering inclusive policies and impactful humanitarian initiatives.
Core Value

Supervised the construction of compassionate homes across different Local Government Areas, 174 compassionate homes built and handed over to the beneficiaries. .

Our Mission

To coordinate, strengthen and promote social systems across the state by integrating best practices, mechanisms and solutions through effective utilization of data, research and planning.

Our Vision

to have social protection systems that are proactive, humane, inclusive and sustainable for the improvement and general welfare of the people.

Our Impact Drives Positive Change

Our Mandate

To align with the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, the Ministry has the following as her mandate:

  1. To develop policies and initiatives that cater for timely and effective life-saving humanitarian responses.
  2. Coordinating State and National Humanitarian interventions.
  3. Formulation and implementation of fair, focused, and social inclusion as well as protection management in the State.
  4. Rehabilitation of physically challenged persons.
  5. Conflict resolution and management.
  6. Handling matters relating to destitute, displaced persons, and the elderly.
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Arise Youth Empowerment Scheme to 400 Female Youths
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Compassionate Homes Built
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SMEs Supported through Arise Business Equipment Support Scheme
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Arise Youth Business Grant to 15,000 Youth
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Vision. Service. Impact.

Executive Leadership

At the core of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs is a dynamic leadership team dedicated to driving social change and empowering lives. Through strategic planning and effective coordination, the team ensures the smooth implementation of humanitarian policies and programs that promote inclusion, support vulnerable communities, and foster sustainable development across Akwa Ibom State.

Our Impact Drives Positive Change

Our Achievements

Contrary to popular belief, humanitarian efforts are not limited to short-term relief. The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Akwa Ibom State, is committed to implementing sustainable programs that improve lives and foster social inclusion. Through strategic interventions and targeted support systems, the ministry has achieved remarkable milestones in empowering communities and supporting vulnerable groups.

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The ARISE Initiative has empowered 400 female youths through the Youth Empowerment Scheme, providing each beneficiary with ₦750,000. Additionally, 2,000 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have received essential business support under the Business Equipment Support Scheme, while 15,000 young entrepreneurs benefited from the ARISE Youth Business Grant, receiving ₦50,000 each to boost their ventures.

Marked the 2025 Human Trafficking awareness day which is celebrated on the 11th of January, annually.

Participated in the distribution of palliatives to vulnerable individuals across all Local Government Areas in Akwa Ibom State.

Supervised the construction of compassionate homes across different Local Government Areas, 174 compassionate homes built and handed over to the beneficiaries. .

Conducted inspection and rehabilitation of abandoned skill acquisition centres under the Life Enhancement Agency in Nsit Ubium and Ibesikpo Asutan LGAs.

GOV ENO SPLASHES 10,000 EQUIPMENT ON ENTERPRENEURS, MILLIONS IN CASH FOR EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT
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Over 10,000 sets of equipment have been presented to 2,000 entrepreneurs engaged in various crafts including tailoring, barbing, shoe making, welding, laundry, hair styling, car wash, make up artistry,
GOV ENO TASKS A’IBOM CHILDREN ON HARD WORK, FAITH IN GOD
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Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has tasked children across the State to imbibe the spirit of hard work and faith in God to enable them attain greatness in life.
HUMANITARIAN AFFAIRS COMMISSIONER ASSUMES OFFICE
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...Charges Staff on Cooperation and Unity