CIHP Joins National Workshop to Transition NOMIS for Stronger Local Ownership

31 Oct CIHP Joins National Workshop to Transition NOMIS for Stronger Local Ownership

As part of efforts towards strengthening Nigeria’s child protection systems,  CIHP, in August, participated in a transformative five-day workshop that marked a significant milestone, which focused on transitioning the National Orphans and Vulnerable Children Management Information System (NOMIS) from Data.FI to the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs.

Beyond the technical transfer, the initiative reflected a shared commitment among stakeholders to build local capacity, establish sustainable support systems, and ensure NOMIS continues to serve as a functional and responsive tool for meeting the needs of Nigeria’s most vulnerable children. With this transition, the system is being positioned firmly within national structures, creating stronger government ownership and accountability.

NOMIS, developed to collect, analyze, and report data on orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), has been an essential tool for evidence-based decision-making. It supports the monitoring of program performance and guides policy interventions that improve child welfare and protection across the country. Previously supported by implementing partners like Data.FI, NOMIS has enabled improved data collection and reporting at the community, state, and national levels.

The handover to the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs signals a new chapter in Nigeria’s efforts to institutionalize child welfare systems.