NPower News latest updates for February 2024 bring good news to beneficiaries waiting for scholarships. Late payments are expected to be paid starting this month, reducing the nine-month backlog. The NPower program has now been renamed RHJCP, with the aim of empowering Nigerian youth.
Lawyer calls for shutdown of N-Power and other social programs amid allegations of corruption and inefficiency:
Lawyer Inibehe Effiong has called on the Federal Government to end N-Power and other social intervention programs of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, arguing that they have not reduced poverty.
On television channels, he criticized these programs for not having an impact on poverty and inflation. Effiong challenged the government to reveal the names of beneficiaries for the sake of transparency and doubted the need to reinstate suspended minister Betta Edu without this information.
President Bola Tinubu suspended Edu and NSIPA Executive Director Halima Shehu over alleged corruption, effectively ending all programs of the agency, including N-Power and others. Edu, his predecessor, and Shehu are under investigation for embezzlement within the humanitarian ministry.
Tinubu’s action on national social program hailed by Ondo N-Power Participants.
Orioye Benedict Gbayisemore, National Ambassador for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and former NPower participant, recently commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his speedy resolution of the National Social Investment Program (NSIP) crisis.
Gbayisemore, who has seen first-hand the benefits of the programme, described President Tinubu’s decisive action as “commendable”.
He specifically called on President Tinubu to implement decisive and deliberate measures to combat poverty in Nigeria.
Emphasis was also placed on the need for transparency within the NSIP, with the aim of promoting self-reliance and job creation among Nigerian youths.
Gbayisemore raised concerns over financial mismanagement within the programme, stressing that its main objective was to create jobs and promote entrepreneurship among the youth.
He shared his personal success story and said the program elevated him to prominence and helped him become an employer.
As ambassador, Gbayisemore recommended that the committee responsible for the NSIP consult widely with key stakeholders to prepare a comprehensive report and suggest improvements to the program.
He highlighted the importance of the NSIP, calling it the largest social investment initiative in Africa with widespread impact on different economic classes in Nigeria.
Gbayisemore stressed accountability and called for those involved in any wrongdoing within the program to be brought to justice to prevent further bad practices.
He called for the detection and punishment of individuals involved in any fraudulent activity linked to the program.
Recently, President Tinubu set up a special committee to oversee social investment programs.
The committee’s responsibilities include conducting a thorough review and audit of the financial structures and policies of these programs.
The ultimate goal of this panel is to examine the financial system of these programs and modify their implementation methods to ensure greater efficiency and transparency
Npower News: Tinubu suspends Npower and other social programmes: key points
President Bola Tinubu concludes the National Social Investment Programme. This for six weeks. He wants to check allegations of wrongdoing within the National Social Investment Program Agency (NSIPA).
That’s what the government secretary’s office says. News director Segun Imohiosen signs the statement.
Four programs stop. These are N-Power, Conditional Cash Transfers, Home-grown School Feeding Program and Government Enterprise and Empowerment Program (GEEP).
The statement said: President Tinubu is stopping all NSIPA programmes. This is due to an investigation of the agency’s management. All four programs stop for six weeks.
Now all NSIPA work stops. This includes registrations, payments and other activities.
Before this, President Tinubu suspends the National Coordinator of NSIPA. This for illegal embezzlement of funds. In addition, the minister for humanitarian affairs, Dr. Betta Edu, has been suspended. This is for an erroneous payment of N585 million to personal accounts.
President Tinubu sets up panel to review NSIPA. They will suggest changes.
This large suspension. It shows the fight against corruption. This can be difficult for people who need these programs. But it is about making sure that money and aid are sent to the right places.
Programs suspended: N-Power, cash transfers, microenterprise support and school meals have all been suspended for six weeks due to suspected embezzlement and program failures.
Why this stop? Investigations into millions of dollars missing from the department and concerns about how the programs are run led to the shutdown.
What happens next? A committee reviews the agency and proposes reforms. The investigation is ongoing and possible further action is pending.
What about the participants? No payment during the break. It is unclear when the programs will resume or if missing payments will be covered. Stay tuned for updates.
Overview: These programs benefit millions of people, especially vulnerable people. Their suspension raises concerns about their impact and the need for transparency and accountability.
Conclusion: Serious problems require quick and transparent solutions. The recipients and the future of the program depend on it.
Stay informed and engaged as this situation develops. Your voice can help ensure a positive outcome for all involved.
Latest Npower news for February: recruitment, payments and leadership changes
Keep up to date with all things Npower with our latest news roundup for Friday January 12, 2024!
1. Npower Recruitment 2024:
Watch out for fake portals! There are reports of fake Npower recruitment sites circulating online. Do not submit your information to any website that is not officially affiliated with Npower. We recommend you to check the official Npower website and social media for authentic updates.
Recruitment suspended due to leadership changes: The suspension of the NSIPA Executive Director and the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs could potentially delay the start of Npower 2024 recruitment.
2. Arrears Payments:
Latest Progress: The latest payment of a month’s arrears is attributed to the efforts of suspended minister, Dr. Betta Edu. Some recipients think she should be given the opportunity to resolve the remaining issues.
Uncertainty related to management changes: Suspensions may result in delays in clearing outstanding arrears.
3. Management changes:
Suspension of key figures: NSIPA Executive Director Hajiya Halima Shehu and Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Dr. Betta Edu have been suspended. This may affect the overall operation of the Npower program, including recruitment and payments.
Beneficiaries demand return of former leaders: Some Npower beneficiaries are in favor of the return of Mr. Afolabi Imuokede, the former manager of the program. They believe that his leadership has been fair and effective and that his return could benefit the Renewed Hope program.
Stay informed:
Check the official Npower website and social media regularly for updates and announcements.
Be wary of any information from unofficial sources.
Contact Npower through their official channels if you have any questions or concerns.
Remember:
- Do not submit your information on fake websites.
- The Npower program is currently on hold due to management changes.
- There is uncertainty about the timing of future recruitment and the backlog.
We hope this summary gives you a clear and concise overview of the latest news from Npower. Stay tuned for further updates!
Tinubu ordered payment to 400,000 NPower beneficiaries by February 2024
N-Power beneficiaries receive an early Christmas present as Tinubu orders payment of his allowance
Key takeaways:
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu orders immediate payment of outstanding allowances to N-Power beneficiaries.
- Payments begin after a successful verification exercise by the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.
- Minister Betta Edu highlights the government’s commitment to support Nigerian youths through various programmes.
- Beneficiaries receive their payment on time before Christmas, giving them hope for the end of year holiday.
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the speedy settlement of outstanding NPower allocations across the country.
This instruction by Tinubu comes after the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation conducted an extensive verification process.
The presidential order, received Wednesday night, sparked widespread celebration among more than 400,000 recipients.
Rasheed Olanrewaju Zubair, Adviser to the Minister of Media and Publicity, said on Friday that Dr. Betta Edu, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty, announced the release of funds, bringing new hope to Nigerian youths during the holiday season.
The minister highlighted President Tinubu’s commitment to Nigeria’s youth as evidenced by his administration’s youth-centric policies and programmes.
“I worked with the NPOWER team until 3am to ensure that the beneficiaries received their payments before Christmas, in line with the orders of the President,” the minister said.
“Payments to NPower beneficiaries have started and they can see the transactions in their bank accounts,” the minister confirmed.
NPower News February 2024, All You Need To Know, Payment Updates, Status, Future Plans
She wished the recipients a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and acknowledged their patience throughout the detailed verification process.
Aminu Muhammed of Kano expressed his gratitude to the president and the minister in a message confirming the receipt of his payment.
Similar confirmations were received from beneficiaries such as Sanni Baba in Bauchi, Uche Nnaji of Enugu, Kayode Babatunde in Ibadan and Kolo Nda of Niger, among about 400,000 others who passed the verification and received payment.
NPower beneficiaries are facing money problems due to delayed payments
N-Power beneficiaries are facing financial hardship due to the delay in disbursement of their benefits. Despite promises from NASIMS, beneficiaries are worried because they have not received their money. This delay makes them frustrated and it is difficult for them to fulfill their basic needs. Some of them were dependent on this money and are now finding it difficult to continue their education.
The beneficiaries are unhappy with the delay and want N-Power to pay them quickly and tell them when they will receive their money. They also want N-Power to be transparent and responsible with its finances.
Payment delays also affect the plans of beneficiaries who wanted to go to school or learn new skills. Some of them do not know what will happen because they cannot predict when they will receive their benefit.
N-Power has been praised for helping young people find work, but these late payments have left people worried about its reputation and the impact it could have on beneficiaries.
Although the beneficiaries have expressed their concerns, N-Power is yet to respond. They need to act quickly to fix this problem and make sure the recipients are okay. This article wants to show the difficulties faced by N-Power receivers and asks N-Power to be open, communicate and solve the problem quickly.
Transformation of NPower into RHJCP
The NPower program not only includes financial updates, but also a complete rebranding. Now known as the Renewed Hope Job Creation Program (RHJCP), the initiative is part of the vision set by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Dr. Betta Edu is spearheading this project with the aim of touching the lives of 5 million beneficiaries over the next half-decade, covering both graduates and non-graduates.
This rebranding isn’t just cosmetic; it is the government’s commitment to Nigeria’s youth that promises to promote skills and open up opportunities. The RHJCP is a continuation of NPower’s legacy, but with increased reach and strength to empower Nigerian youth.
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