Adamawa State has introduced the 5Ws Humanitarian and Development Management Information System to improve coordination and reporting in ongoing humanitarian and development efforts. The initiative was launched during a workshop organized by the Adamawa State Ministry for Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, Reintegration and Humanitarian Services, which focused on strengthening response information management through the key questions of who is doing what, where, when, and for whom.
This system is expected to support better project monitoring, enhance data-driven planning, and improve public service delivery.
Declaring the workshop open, the Honourable Commissioner of the Ministry, Hon. Bello Hamman Diram, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Pharmacist Amos Enoch Piribu, said there is an urgent need to define clear roles and responsibilities in humanitarian data management. He explained that accurate and timely information remains a major driver for effective humanitarian coordination and long-term development planning in the state. According to him, the new system will harmonize reporting across sectors, enable faster data analysis for evidence-based decisions, and strengthen accountability among partners.
He added that the system fully aligns with the Nigerian Data Protection Act 2023 to ensure responsible handling of sensitive information. The platform is designed to enhance visibility and collaboration among humanitarian actors, especially in areas affected by displacement, poverty, and limited access to social services. These improvements are expected to support better emergency response and more efficient development programmes.
The workshop was attended by representatives from the Adamawa State Planning Commission, the Office of the Adviser to the Governor on CSOs and NGOs, the Office of the Adviser to the Governor on World Bank and Development Partners, UN OCHA, NRC, IRC, and the Ministry of Land and Survey. Participants shared insights from their sectors and reaffirmed their commitment to improving coordination and strengthening the humanitarian response architecture across Adamawa State.
