A circular with an undisclosed source is currently circulating across social media platforms, claiming to originate from the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Programme (YEIDEP). The Federal Ministry of Youth Development (FMYD) and YEIDEP have not confirmed the authenticity of the message, making its origin uncertain and raising public concern.
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Claims Contained in the Circular
According to the document, registration for the first batch of YEIDEP will close on 31 August 2025, while the process reportedly began on 17 February 2025. The circular further claims that:
- 6,200,000 valid members have already been registered under the programme.
- More than 75 percent of registered members have been issued bank accounts by financial partners in preparation for proposed financial mobilization.
- The circular is signed by an individual identifying as “Comrade Kennedy Iyere, Coordinator-General, YEIDEP.”
- The document ends with the statement: “God bless Nigeria.”
Credibility Concerns
Despite appearing in an official format, the circular contains several spelling errors and inconsistencies. These errors, along with the absence of any federal government verification or traceable source, cast significant doubt on its credibility. Neither FMYD nor YEIDEP has issued an official statement confirming the information contained in the document.
Attached below is a copy of the circular currently circulating online.
Advisory to the Public
Prospective YEIDEP beneficiaries and applicants are advised to remain cautious. Members of the public are strongly warned not to send money to individuals or groups claiming to represent YEIDEP. Authorities emphasize that no genuine federal government empowerment programme requires payment from applicants before access to benefits.
Growing Public Interest
The circulation of this unverified message highlights the growing level of interest in federal government youth empowerment initiatives, particularly those linked to financial inclusion and banking support for young Nigerians. The spread of such information also demonstrates the need for youth to rely only on official channels for updates on government programmes.
Conclusion
Until an official statement is issued by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development or the YEIDEP management, the authenticity of the circular remains unconfirmed. Beneficiaries and applicants are urged to monitor official government websites, verified social media accounts, and recognized news outlets for accurate updates.
