The Two-Day Northern States Stakeholders’ Workshop on the Production of National Strategy for the Development of Statistics (NSDS) Phase II, held in Kano, was a significant gathering aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation in the realm of data collection and analysis. The workshop specifically focused on identifying those living in poverty, determining their locations, and establishing suitable methodologies for identifying beneficiaries of social programs. The Workshop provided a platform for collaborative efforts in advancing statistical methodologies for poverty identification and social program targeting. This marks a significant step towards achieving more accurate and inclusive data, ensuring that social programs reach those who need them most in the Northern States.