The Federal Government Assures N-Power Beneficiaries That No One Will Go Unpaid And Sets A Target Of 5 Million Participants For The New program.

The federal government has pledged to ensure that beneficiaries of the N-Power scheme who have not received their due salaries will be paid as per their entitlements…CONTINUE READING

Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, made this commitment in a statement released on Sunday through Akindele Egbuwalo, the National Programme Manager of N-Power.

Earlier, on Saturday, the minister had announced the indefinite suspension of the N-Power program due to irregularities.

Edu stated that this decision was taken to allow for a thorough investigation into the program’s operations over the past twelve months. She emphasized the importance of accountability and transparency when the program is resumed.

The statement outlined measures being implemented to ensure accountability and transparency. A comprehensive evaluation of the program will be conducted, including an audit of the number of participants, those who have exited the program, individuals owed stipends, verification of attendance, and an examination of how funds have been utilized during this period.

The statement noted that the necessity for a thorough audit arose due to cases of individuals claiming unpaid stipends for extended periods of up to eight to nine months, and there is a need to verify the accuracy of these claims.

Edu appealed to Nigerians to understand the reasons behind the temporary suspension and investigation of the program. The government’s goal is to restore confidence in the program and improve its service to the Nigerian people.