In this post I will to explain who are the ministry of Niger delta, duties of ministry of Niger delta, responsibilities of ministry of Niger delta.
What are the functions of Niger delta in Nigeria at the end of this post you will understand more about ministry of Niger delta
Ministry of Niger delta
Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs is one of the Federal Ministries of Nigeria It focuses on the infrastructural development, environmental protection and empowerment of youths in the oil rich in Niger Delta region
The nature of services provided by the Ministry is determined by the roles which it plays and the duties it is expected to perform in the national interest.
Our services and activities revolve around exploration and exploitation in both sectors (Mining and Steel Development) and the enforcement of the laws and regulations. The services listed below are discharged through the Departments, Units, Parastatals and Agencies
The Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs was formed on September 10 2008 and it is responsible for vacant
It was announced by the then Nigerian President Umaru Yar’Adua on 10 September 2008
History of ministry of Niger delta
New ministry would have a Minister in charge of the development of Niger Delta area, and a Minister of State in charge of youth empowerment.
The existing Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) was to become a parastatal under the ministry of late president Musa Yar’Adua said that the Ministry would coordinate efforts to tackle the challenges of infrastructural development, environment protection and youth empowerment in the Niger Delta
The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) is to treated the announcement with caution, saying the new Ministry could be yet another avenue for corruption and political favoritism. Although the Delta region is the main source of government income, it is poor and poorly governed, suffering from violence and corruption Activists have called for real government in the region, infrastructural development and jobs Human rights activists are concerned that the new bureaucracy will stall progress in addressing these issues
Services of niger Delta
To Advising Government on the formulation and execution of laws and regulations guiding all activities in both private and public sectors.
To Provision and dissemination of information on accurate geological data on Nigeria’s mineral resources.
To Review & giving approval of Community Development Agreement (CDA).
To Provision of statistics on mineral production and revenue generation nationwide.
To Issue, suspend and revoke mineral titles and permits subject to applicable laws and regulations, Receive and dispose of applications for the transfer, renewal, modification, relinquishment or extension area.
To Inspects metallurgical projects and issue certificates of completion after being satisfied with all performance indices in accordance with design specification and contractual obligations.
To sensitize and enlighten the stakeholders, investors and the general Public on the activities, policies and programmes of the sector.
To Creating adequate public awareness to the Nigerian populace on the need to use quality steel products for construction and other purposes.
To Providing extension service to Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining operators on exploration, exploitation, mineral processing, entrepreneurial training, environmental management, health & safety issues etc.
To Receiving of applications on Mineral Titles.
To Provision/ issuance of relevant publications of the Ministry on application or request.
The Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs was created on September 10, 2008 by His Excellency, President Umaru Musa Yar’adua to promote and coordinate policies for the development, peace and security of the Niger Delta Region.
The creation of the Ministry was a direct response to the series of agitations by the people of the Region on the perceived sense of exclusion, environmental degradation, poverty and unemployment facing the Region.
Responsibilities of ministry of Niger delta
The responsibilities of the Ministry is to serve as the primary vehicle for the execution of Government’s plans and programmes for rapid socio-economic development of the Region.
Duties of ministry of Niger delta
The duties Statement is to formulate and execute plans, programmes and other initiatives as well as to coordinate the activities of Agencies Communities, Donors and other relevant Stakeholders involved in the development of the Region
Functions of ministry of Niger delta
Functions of the Ministry is to formulate and execute plans, programmes and other initiatives aimed at fast-tracking the development of the Niger Delta Region.
The Functions of the Ministry are to
Facilitate private sector involvement in the development of the Region
Oversee the implementation of Government policies on the development and security of the Niger Delta Region
Coordinate the formulation of the Development Plan for the Region
Advise Government on security issues concerning the Region
Liaise with relevant Government, Non-Government and private organsizations
Formulate and coordinate policies for environmental management in the Region
Liaise with host communities for the enhancement of the welfare of the people and the development of the Region
Plan and supervise public education/enlightenment programmes
Liaise with oil companies operating in the Region to ensure environmental protection and pollution control
Formulate policies and programmes for youth mobilization and empowerment in the Niger Delta Region
Organise human capacity development as well as Skills Acquisition Programmes for youths and
Take adequate measures to ensure peace, stability and security with a view to enhancing the economic potentials for the Region.
Impact if the ministry
The Ministry has contributed immensely to the infrastructural development of the Region. It has also recorded great success in the Economic Empowerment and Skills Acquisition programmes for the non-militant youths and women in country.
In addition, the creation of the Ministry has contributed to the reduction of threat to peace and security in the Region as most Stakeholders are constantly engaged through sensitization and conflict resolution.
Conclusion
It can be concluded from the foregoing that the Ministry has delivered on its mandates to formulate, oversee and implement Government Policies in the Niger Delta Region provide roads including efforts at completing the construction of the East-West Road combat erosion and land degradation problems in many areas in the Region and take measures to ensure peace, stability and security with a view to enhancing economic potentials of the people of the Region.
Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs was created on September 10, 2008 by His Excellency, President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua to formulate and coordinate policies for the development and security of the Niger Delta Region comprising of the following states
1 Abia
2Akwa Ibom
3 Bayelsa
4 Cross River
5 Delta
6 Edo
7 Imo,
8 Ondo
9 Rivers.
Actual operation commenced in February, 2009, after the appointment of two Honourable Ministers and the posting of a Permanent Secretary with complement of a few Senior Staff.
The establishment of a Ministry to handle the development of the Niger Delta Region is another attempt by the Government to solve the development issues and challenges, including the perceived sense of exclusion, environmental degradation, poverty, and unemployment in the Region.
The Ministry has a 13-Department (5 Technical and 8 Service) and a 5-Unit structure with relevant heads. The activities of the Ministry are coordinated by the Permanent Secretary and supervised by the Honourable Minister and the Honourable Minister of State.
Department and unit of niger Delta
1 Planning, Research and Statistics Department
2 Human Resource Management Department
3 Finance and Account Department
4 Infrastructure Development Department
5 Press and Public Relations Unit
6 Economic Empowerment Department
7 Procurement Department
8 Internal Audit Department
9 Community Development and Education Department
10 Environmental Management Department
11 General Services Department
12 Special Duties Department
13 Legal Services Unit
14 Housing and Urban Dev. Department
15 Reforms Coordination and Service Improvement Department
