NBM OF AFRICA WORLDWIDE – INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ERADICATION OF POVERTY
17 OCTOBER 2026
POVERTY IS NOT A DESTINY. DIGNITY IS A RIGHT.
NBM of Africa Worldwide joins the global community in observing the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, reaffirming our commitment to a world where every person has access to necessities, equal opportunities, and a life of dignity.
Poverty is more than the absence of money; it is a barrier to education, healthcare, decent housing and meaningful opportunities. Eradicating poverty requires collective responsibility, social justice, inclusive development and policies that empower vulnerable communities.
We respectfully call on governments, institutions, organisations and individuals to strengthen efforts towards ending poverty, reducing inequality and ensuring that no one is left behind.
ERADICATE POVERTY. UPHOLD DIGNITY. BUILD A JUST SOCIETY.
Signed
Dr. Charles Chimezie (Ph.D)
President, NBM of Africa Worldwide
Dr. Charles Chimezie (Ph.D)
President, NBM of Africa Worldwide