An Assessment of National Directorate of Employment (NDE) Through Special Public Works (SPW) Programme in Taraba State

Abstract

This study examines the impact of the Special Public Works (SPW) program implemented by the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) on infrastructure development and employment in Taraba State, Nigeria. The objectives of this study are to; Identify the Infrastructural Development Initiatives Implemented by the National Directorate of Employment through Special Public Works
Programs in Taraba State and assess the impact of the National Directorate of Employment's (NDE) infrastructural development initiatives, specifically the Special Public Works (SPW) program, on local infrastructure improvement, and community development in Taraba State. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design by using both primary and secondary data collected through personal interviews, books, Journals, Magazines and so on. Ndebbio’s employment generation theory of 1987 was employed as the theoretical underpinning of the study. The findings indicated that the SPW program has significantly contributed to short-term
employment opportunities and infrastructure development in Taraba State. Participants reported improved economic status and skills development, although challenges such as funding constraints and program sustainability were identified. Key stakeholders emphasized the importance of targeted training and sustainable funding mechanisms to enhance the program's impact. The study
recommended among others: policy adjustments to address identified challenges, emphasizing the need for continued evaluation and stakeholder engagement to ensure the SPW program's alignment with broader development goals.