16/08/2025
*How Establishing Nigeria Council for Social Work Aligns With President Tinubu’s Reforms And Vision*
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has embarked on bold reforms aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s economy and society. From day one, his government took unprecedented steps , removal of fuel subsidies, unification of exchange rates, and extensive interventions in agriculture and infrastructure. These moves, though challenging, signal a commitment to long-term development and poverty reduction. Yet, economic reforms alone can't uplift the masses unless paired with robust social policies. This is where the immediate establishment of the Social Work Council perfectly complements President Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda.
The President has emphasized initiatives to alleviate hardship and invest in people, for example, expanding social safety nets and direct support to vulnerable citizens. Under his watch, Nigeria has greatly expanded the National Social Register (a database of poor and vulnerable households) to over 13 million households (encompassing 48 million individuals) by mid-2025. Using this data-driven approach, the government rolled out Conditional Cash Transfer programmes, reaching nearly 4 million low-income households, mostly in the poorest Northern regions, with around ₦297 billion disbursed to help families meet basic needs. These are exactly the kind of ambitious social investments Nigeria needs, and social workers are critical to their success.
How does the Council fit in? By professionalizing and coordinating the workforce that implements such programs, the Social Work Council will ensure President Tinubu’s reforms achieve maximum impact. For instance, when cash transfers are given to households, licensed social workers can be tasked to follow up with those families offering budgeting advice and monitoring childrenWe wserve, we protect, we support our communities. It's time for Nigeria to give social workers the recognition and structure we deserve. Establish the Nigeria Social Work Council now.
