When you think of humanitarian service in Nigeria, one name that resonates is Hon. Delu Bulus Yakubu—a woman whose dedication to lifting the most vulnerable transcends politics and positions. Today, as she celebrates her birthday, it’s an opportunity to reflect on the life and work of a woman quietly revolutionizing poverty alleviation in Nigeria.
Delu Bulus Yakubu is not your typical public official. She’s a strategist with a human touch—a rare combination that has defined her career trajectory. Appointed as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, her influence is seen, felt, and appreciated at the grassroots level.
But who is Delu Bulus Yakubu beyond the title?
A Life Rooted in Service
Born into modest beginnings, Yakubu’s upbringing was steeped in community values. From an early age, she understood the power of collective responsibility—a philosophy that would guide her career. Armed with a Master’s degree in Agronomy from the State University of Bio-Technology in Kharkiv, Ukraine, Yakubu brought a scientific approach to solving one of Nigeria’s most enduring challenges: poverty.
Her expertise in resource management and community-driven solutions catapulted her into social investment programs over 15 years ago. What sets her apart isn’t just her credentials; it’s her ability to connect with people on a human level, turning policy into action and hope into tangible outcomes.
A New Chapter: Leading NSIPA
Yakubu’s appointment in 2023 as the pioneer National Coordinator of the National Social Investment Programmes Agency (NSIPA) was not just another line in her résumé—it was a call to serve at an unprecedented level. Tasked with reimagining the framework for social investment in Nigeria, she approached her role with unrelenting focus and innovation.
Under her leadership, NSIPA has become a symbol of efficiency and impact, targeting the root causes of poverty rather than merely addressing its symptoms. From expanding access to education for disadvantaged children to implementing sustainable economic initiatives for women and youth, her work is reshaping the narrative of poverty alleviation in Nigeria.
Celebrating a Pacesetting Visionary
Today, as Hon. Delu Bulus Yakubu adds another year to her remarkable life, she remains an emblem of hope and action. In a political climate often clouded by bureaucracy, Yakubu’s clarity of purpose and results-driven leadership are a breath of fresh air.
Those who know her describe her as “unyielding in compassion, fearless in action, and deeply committed to the Nigerian people.” On this special day, it’s not just her family and close associates celebrating; it’s the countless Nigerians whose lives she has touched.
Yakubu’s vision for a poverty-free Nigeria inspires a new generation of leaders. She is proof that with the right mix of expertise, and empathy, transformational change is possible.
Hon. Delu Bulus Yakubu, happy birthday. Thank you for showing us what leadership with a heart looks like.
