FMHAPR Explains Delays in N50,000 Grant Payments

The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction (FMHAPR) has addressed concerns regarding the N50,000 monthly programme, stating that payments are processed in phases. This staggered approach has led to confusion among beneficiaries who have not received SMS notifications confirming their status.

The ministry provided two main reasons for the delays: first, payment providers contact beneficiaries in batches, which may result in some not receiving notifications yet; second, the programme can only support a limited number of households at a time, meaning some eligible Nigerians may not be included in the current selection phase. To check their eligibility, Nigerians can use their payment provider's designated USSD code.

The ministry also warned against fraudulent claims from individuals offering to secure spots on the beneficiary list or expedite payments, emphasizing that the selection process is fully automated and cannot be influenced by individuals. Nigerians are advised not to pay anyone for access to the N50,000 relief support.