Latest NPower News for today Saturday 26th August 2023

Dr. Betta Edu, representing the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, has unveiled her unwavering dedication to improving the lives of more than 133 million Nigerians through the fight against poverty. Her strategy involves a substantial increase in involving youths in the Npower Programme, demonstrating a significant initiative to tackle economic hardships and extend opportunities to the less privileged.

While the exact start date for providing stipends to Npower Batch C beneficiaries remains undisclosed, you can stay informed about any updates by following GoldenNewsNg, which is likely to be among the first to convey the announcement once it’s made.

In a positive turn for N-power beneficiaries across the nation, Nasims, the overseeing body for the Npower initiative, has declared the reversal of altered beneficiary designations to their original “BENEFICIARY” status. This shift back comes after weeks of uncertainty and concern due to a previous update on the Nasims self-service portal, which mistakenly changed beneficiaries’ statuses to “applicants.”

As of today, August 18th, 2023, Nasims has formally affirmed the successful reinstatement of N-power Batch C beneficiaries’ status to “BENEFICIARY” within the npower program. Beneficiaries are encouraged to log in to the Nasims portal to confirm their reinstated status and ensure the accuracy of their information.

In a related update, the Ministry overseeing the Npower program, the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, extends a warm welcome to Dr. Betta Edu, the newly appointed Minister. This leadership change is expected to infuse new energy into the management of the Npower program, fostering optimism for the program’s revival under her guidance.

This positive advancement also raises hopes for the long-awaited resolution of the pending stipend issue, which has persisted for the past 8 months. With the restoration of beneficiary status, beneficiaries hold onto their hope for the prompt disbursement of their outstanding stipends.

During the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting convened on August 17th, 2023, in Abuja, various crucial matters were discussed and addressed. The council received updates on the ongoing nationwide distribution of essential supplies such as rice, grains, and fertilizer to different states. This initiative, supported by a generous allocation of N5 billion from the Federal Government, aims to provide assistance to citizens in need.

The council specifically applauded the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) for their indispensable contributions to these efforts. Additionally, the council acknowledged the interventions carried out by state governments to alleviate the challenges faced by citizens, particularly the vulnerable groups. It called on these governments to further intensify the distribution of relief packages, thus extending their valuable support to the most affected segments of society.

As the Npower program continues to restore the rightful status of its beneficiaries and address their concerns, the collaborative endeavors of government agencies serve as a beacon of hope for a brighter collective future.