
WIDER's mandate is to undertake multidisciplinary research and policy analysis on structural changes affecting the living conditions of the world's poorest people. To provide a forum for professional interaction and the advocacy of policies leading to robust, equitable and environmentally sustainable growth. To promote capacity strengthening and training for scholars and government officials in the field of economic and social policy making.

The Nigerian Planning Commision serves as the economic portal for the Nigerian Government and her Citizens

The Federal Ministry of Finance: Prepares annual estimates of revenue and expenditure for the Federal Government: Formulates policies on fiscal and monetary matters; Mobilizes domestic and external financial resources through both internal and external financial institutions, for development purposes. Maintains adequate foreign exchange reserves aimed at Ensuring a healthy balance of payment position; Maintains the internal and external value and stability of the Nigerian currency; Monitors government revenue from oil and non-oil resources; Supervises the insurance industry; Manages revenue allocation matters;