N-Power Batch C1 Programme Successfully Concluded, Investigation Ensures Eligible Beneficiaries Receive Payments

The National Social Investment Management System (NASIMS) announced the successful conclusion of the N-Power Batch C1 programme.

Following the suspension of the N-Power scheme in October, the federal government initiated an investigation to address failed payment issues.

NASIMS, the central management platform responsible for coordinating all social investment programs under the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration, reassured the public that all eligible N-Power beneficiaries would receive their payments.

A statement posted on NASIMS’ official Facebook page on Friday, November 3, clarified the situation: “N-Power C1 programme has successfully been completed. Only those with failed payment issues will be considered. Essence of Investigation.”

Another post reiterated that “All eligible (N-Power) beneficiaries will be paid upon conclusion of the ongoing investigation. Please be patient.”

Previously, Batch “C” N-Power beneficiaries raised concerns over the non-payment of allowances for the past eight months.

The national publicity secretary of the group, Gbadebo Adesiyan, emphasized the hardships faced by thousands of unemployed graduates captured under the N-Power scheme.

In another related report, Legit.ng conducted a fact-check on the claim of the 2023 N-Power program application being open and found no records of such an application on relevant Nigerian government websites.

The suspension of the N-Power scheme generated mixed reactions on social media, with some praising the Nigerian authorities for the decision while others expressed reservations.

NASIMS’ announcement indicates that the investigation is focused on addressing payment issues and ensuring eligible beneficiaries receive their dues.