Challenges of Ending Poverty in Cross River State, Nigeria

Abstract

Poverty is an old phenomenon which confronts many people especially rural dwellers. The poor are the ones who suffer hunger, blindness, insecurity and misery in the society. Poverty results in lack of qualitative education, lack of portable water, and inadequate medical facilities in Cross River State. Therefore, ending poverty in the State is a serious and multifaceted business which involves the combine efforts of all stakeholders namely individuals, government, NGOs, Civil Societies and international agencies. Although there are challenges (weak industrial and technological base, and prebendal politics, etc) encountered in attempt to end it, this can be tackled by an integrated approach to the situation. In this study, the survey research method was utilized. Questionnaire and oral interview method was used to obtain information through households and community surveys and this served as a strategic framework that can turn dreams into realities, and goals into strategies.