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SADIQ, Mohammed Sanusi  y  JAWA GREMA, Isiyaku. The role of NEAZDP on social mobility of poverty in Yobe State of Nigeria. La Granja [online]. 2026, vol.43, n.1, pp.34-66. ISSN 1390-8596.  https://doi.org/10.17163/lgr.n43.2026.02.

Yobe State in Nigeria, marked by socio-economic challenges such as climate variability and poor infrastructure, provides a compelling context for assessing poverty reduction strategies. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Northeast Arid Zone Development Program (NEAZDP) as a poverty alleviation strategy using 2023 cross-sectional household survey data from 322 households selected through a multi-stage sampling technique. Data collection was carried out using a well-structured questionnaire coupled with interview schedules. The analysis employed both the Foster-Greer-Thorbecke (FGT) poverty index and the Alkire-Foster multidimensional poverty index (MPI) to measure poverty. Results reveal that NEAZDP has had a significant impact on reducing both unidimensional and multidimensional poverty among participants. The proportion of beneficiaries below the poverty line decreased substantially during the program, although a slight increase was noted toward the program’s conclusion. Furthermore, multidimensional poverty levels among NEAZDP beneficiaries were significantly lower compared to those in spill-over and control groups, indicating improvements in access to education, healthcare, and income-generating opportunities. Despite these successes, the study identified persistent challenges in areas such as standard of living, empowerment, and environmental sustainability. In conclusion, NEAZDP has made notable progress in enhancing socio-economic conditions and social mobility in Yobe State. However, for its impact to be sustained, there is a need for continuous, targeted interventions and better policy integration. Strengthening these areas can help ensure the long-term success of poverty alleviation efforts and promote inclusive development across the region.

Palabras clave : Development; Intervention; Poverty Alleviation; Sustainability; Nigeria..

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