In a recent update on Sunday, December 10, 2023, the N-Power scheme, a flagship national social intervention program of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government, has declared that its non-graduate program remains active. Established in 2016, N-Power aims to create job opportunities and empower young Nigerians to acquire lifelong skills, positioning them as solution providers in their communities and players in the global markets.
The N-Power scheme, divided into graduate and non-graduate programs, includes initiatives such as N-Teach, N-Agro, N-Health for graduates, and N-Power Tech and N-Creative for non-graduates.
Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf, with over 9 years of experience in public journalism, reported that the non-graduate program is still operational, according to an official statement from N-Power. The announcement came via the scheme’s official handle, affirming its commitment to addressing the needs of eligible beneficiaries and resolving all cases pending verification.
The statement reads, “The non-graduate program is still active; please note that all programs are on hold for now due to the ongoing investigation by the Honorable Minister. We assure all eligible beneficiaries with genuine claims that we will resolve all the cases once we complete the verification.”
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In an earlier report, N-Power disclosed that payments for eligible beneficiaries are set to commence in January 2024. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, shared this information in an interview with News Central TV. Beneficiaries are urged to stay updated through the scheme’s official social media platforms for the latest information.
Furthermore, N-Power has cautioned the public against misinformation, specifically clarifying that there is no ongoing thumbprint exercise. The social empowerment program emphasized the importance of monitoring its official social media channels for accurate and up-to-date information.
In a related development, N-Power addressed concerns about the purported NEXIT package, stating that it lacks any information on the initiative. The NEXIT program was initially designed as an empowerment initiative for exited N-Power beneficiaries enrolled before the Bola Tinubu administration.
As the N-Power scheme navigates ongoing investigations and strives to ensure transparency in its processes, beneficiaries are encouraged to stay connected through the official social media platforms for timely updates and announcements.
In summary, the N-Power non-graduate program remains active, with payments for eligible beneficiaries anticipated to begin in January 2024, as the scheme addresses issues and works towards resolving pending cases post-verification. Stay tuned for further developments and official announcements from N-Power.
N-Power Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is N-Power?
A1: N-Power is a job creation and empowerment initiative of the Social Investment Programme of the federal government of Nigeria. Established in 2016, it aims to equip young Nigerians with lifelong skills to become solution providers in their communities and active participants in domestic and global markets.
Q2: What are the key programs under N-Power?
A2: N-Power comprises both graduate and non-graduate programs. Graduate programs include N-Teach, N-Agro, and N-Health, while non-graduate initiatives consist of N-Power Tech and N-Creative.
Q3: Is the non-graduate program still active?
A3: Yes, the non-graduate program is currently active. However, all programs are temporarily on hold due to ongoing investigations by the Honorable Minister. Eligible beneficiaries with genuine claims are assured that issues will be resolved post-verification.
Q4: When will payments for eligible beneficiaries commence?
A4: According to the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, payments for eligible beneficiaries are set to commence in January 2024. Stay updated through official N-Power social media platforms for the latest information.
Q5: Is there an ongoing thumbprint exercise?
A5: No, there is no ongoing thumbprint exercise. N-Power advises prospective beneficiaries to monitor its official social media platforms for accurate information, as that is where the latest updates will be shared.
Q6: What is the NEXIT package, and does N-Power have information on it?
A6: NEXIT was intended as an empowerment initiative for exited N-Power beneficiaries under the Bola Tinubu administration. However, N-Power has clarified that it currently lacks information on the NEXIT package.
Q7: How can beneficiaries stay informed about N-Power updates?
A7: Beneficiaries and the public are encouraged to stay connected through N-Power’s official social media platforms for timely updates and accurate information. These platforms provide the latest news and announcements directly from the scheme.
Q8: Is N-Power committed to resolving pending cases?
A8: Yes, N-Power is committed to addressing pending cases once the ongoing verification process is complete. Eligible beneficiaries with genuine claims are assured that their issues will be resolved.
Q9: How can individuals contact N-Power for specific inquiries?
A9: For specific inquiries, individuals can reach out to N-Power through their official social media channels or visit the official website for contact information. These platforms are the primary channels for accurate and official communication.
Q10: What should beneficiaries expect in the coming months?
A10: Beneficiaries can expect updates on the resumption of programs, payment commencement in January 2024, and ongoing efforts by N-Power to ensure transparency and resolve pending cases. Stay tuned to official channels for the latest developments.
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