Abstract

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Nigeria faces significant poverty challenges exacerbated by regional disparities. In an attempt to shape Nigeria, this paper reviews the intersection of Human Kinetics and poverty alleviation in limiting its coverage Northern Nigeria. It emphasized the role of physical activity and sports in addressing socio-economic challenges. Human Kinetics. This review synthesizes existing literature on how physical activity and sport initiatives can contribute to economic development, health improvement, and social cohesion. It highlights case studies and empirical evidence demonstrating the positive impacts of such initiatives, and identifies key areas where Human Kinetics can play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life and economic opportunities in the region. The paper revealed that integrating Human Kinetics strategies into broader poverty reduction programs could yield substantial benefits for Northern Nigeria. This could be through developing partnerships between governments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and community groups can enhance resource mobilization and program implementation. It was concluded Human Kinetics, encompassing both usual and intentional physical activities, offers a range of benefits that extend beyond mere health improvements to economic development. Regular engagement in physical activities, including walking, cycling, and sports, can enhance overall well-being, boost productivity, and foster economic stability. It was therefore recommended that adoption of physical activities as part of poverty alleviation efforts can yield significant positive outcomes by reducing transportation costs, lower healthcare expenses, and improve work capacity, thereby contributing to economic stability and poverty reduction.

Keywords: Human Kinetics, Poverty Alleviation, Northern Nigeria.